In a new feature on the podcast, aptly named “Chu on This”, Tami takes on a recent MSM (mainstream media) article about diet fads to avoid.  She shares information about a number of current diet trends and gives her opinion on the whole thing. Related links  Standard American Diet (SAD)-http://nutritionfacts.org/topics/standard-american-diet/ Mainstream info about LFHC diet: http://www.webmd.com/diet/news/20060103/low-fat-high-carb-diet-is-no-gainer#1 HFLC: https://www.dietdoctor.com/low-carb Paleo diet according to Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paleolithic_diet AIP- Auto Immune Protocol/Paleo: https://aiplifestyle.com/what-is-autoimmune-protocol-diet/ Ketogenic diet: https://www.dietdoctor.com/low-carb/keto IS high Carb or low carb right for YOU?: http://coconutsandkettlebells.com/low-or-high-carbohydrate/ Sample vegan diet: http://www.webmd.com/diet/a-z/skinny-bitch-diet The article in Question: https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/eating-for-wellness/skip-these-6-fad-diets-in-the-new-year/ar-BBxW8h7#page=1 Credits: Music by Steve Wilkinson Post Production work and MC: Tony Chu Tami will often end the show with a “blessing”.  Many of these are excerpts from To Bless the Space Between Us by John O’Donohue. For more information about Tami: tamichu.com

As an experiment for the first podcast of 2017, Tony and Tami sat by a fake fire and chatted about a variety of topics, including the election, celebrity losses, changing perspective, seasonal eating, holiday craziness and more. Related links: Christmas in Australia: http://www.whychristmas.com/cultures/australia.shtml Eggnog history: http://time.com/3957265/history-of-eggnog Gratitude in science: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20451313 Credits: Music by Steve Wilkinson Post Production work and MC: Tony Chu Tami will often end the show with a “blessing”.  Many of these are excerpts from To Bless the Space Between Us by John O’Donohue. For more information about Tami: tamichu.com  

Dr. Jeffrey Egler, M.D.– conventional family physician turned Functional doctor–shares about his experience in medicine; learning what was missing in his own practice; finding himself in the practice of mindfulness; some differences between functional and conventional medicine; and then leaves us with some tips for maintaining health and sanity in seasons like the holidays. Related Links: Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/jeffeglermd/ Parsley Heath: https://www.parsleyhealth.com Evolution of Medicine: http://goevomed.com/start/ Institute for Functional Medicine: https://www.functionalmedicine.org Credits: Music by Steve Wilkinson Post Production work and MC: Tony Chu Tami will often end the show with a “blessing”.  Many of these are excerpts from To Bless the Space Between Us by John O’Donohue. For more information about Tami: tamichu.com

Join Tami as she talks to green blogger, Michelle Marine, of Simplify. Live. Love., about life, living organically in heavily sprayed Iowa, her “free” barn, green building, and what life might look like to stay in a potentially toxic environment. Related Links: The barn The Passive House Controversy on Glyphosate and the World Health Organization, and here Credits: Music by Steve Wilkinson Post Production work and MC: Tony Chu Tami will often end the show with a “blessing”.  Many of these are excerpts from To Bless the Space Between Us by John O’Donohue. For more information about Tami: tamichu.com  

The first question is always, “Is he as funny in person?!” Well, now you can judge for yourself.  Join Tami as she talks to “Ultra Spiritual” Guru and star of his own comedic YouTube series, JP Sears.  Does he have a serious side?  Is he really spiritual?  Is he really a life coach?  Has he always been like this? Related Links: Shiftcon JP’s YouTube account JP’s website JP on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram The NODAPL video Robyn O’Bryan TED talk Credits: Music by Steve Wilkinson Post Production work and MC: Tony Chu Tami will often end the show with a “blessing”.  Many of these are excerpts from To Bless the Space Between Us by John O’Donohue. For more information about Tami: tamichu.com

Today, Tami talks about how life has changed over the past 100 or so years and the ways that our health has been effected by that change.  Have we “convenienced” ourselves into illness and disease?  Are the very “first world” luxuries that we are enjoying causing us to be sick?  Tami has an opinion and some tips to help create some change in the lives of individuals and maybe the world. Related links: Graph of Fiber and carbohydrate consumption changes over the past 100 years 1900 fun facts Katy Bowman: https://nutritiousmovement.com/blog/ How to find a farmer’s market and local food: http://www.localharvest.org/farmers-markets/, http://eatwild.com Tips for switching to more natural behaviors: replacing food, basic living transitions Credits: Music by Steve Wilkinson Post Production work and MC: Tony Chu Tami will often end the show with a “blessing”.  Many of these are excerpts from To Bless the Space Between Us by John O’Donohue. For more information about Tami: tamichu.com

Scientist, professor, community leader, mom, sister; Vanessa fills a lot of shoes, and all of them seem to fit perfectly.  But what seems perfect on the outside usual hides a story of strength and perseverance through some sort of difficulty.  Join in on the conversation with Tami and her sister as they talk about science, accidents, and purpose. Relevant links: Bubble city by SNL Nutritional Biology   Credits: Music by Steve Wilkinson Post Production work and MC: Tony Chu Tami will often end the show with a “blessing”.  Many of these are excerpts from To Bless the Space Between Us by John O’Donohue. For more information about Tami: tamichu.com

Join in as Nancy Judd, international artist and environmental educator, discusses fashion as it relates to the environment, designing the “Trash Man’s” suit, her connection with nature, and the high cost of fast fashion. Related Links: https://www.facebook.com/Recycle.Runway/ http://recyclerunway.com TedEx Talk: https://vimeo.com/48501339 Ideas for zero waste: http://www.zerowastehome.com/about/tips/ Trash man suit: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3822333/New-York-trash-man-tells-Americans-wake-garbage.html Rob Greenfield, Trash man: http://robgreenfield.tv Eco Fashion Week: http://ecofashion-week.com Credits: Music by Steve Wilkinson Post Production work and MC: Tony Chu Tami will often end the show with a “blessing”.  Many of these are excerpts from To Bless the Space Between Us by John O’Donohue. For more information about Tami: tamichu.com  

Orleatha Smith–entrepreneur, self-starter, co-founder of 20dishes, and truth seeker–talks about gastric bypass surgery, diets, teaching, loving yourself, how to use failure to reach success and so much more! Relevant Links: 20Dishes: http://20dishes.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/20dishes Shiftcon conference:www.shiftconmedia.com Whole30: http://whole30.com AIP: https://ultimatepaleoguide.com/autoimmune-protocol/ Obesity and the Gut Microbiome Webinar by Tami Credits: Music by Steve Wilkinson Post Production work and MC: Tony Chu Tami will often end the show with a “blessing”.  Many of these are excerpts from To Bless the Space Between Us by John O’Donohue. For more information about Tami: tamichu.com          

Join Tami as she brings you into a conversation with Organic Crumbs announcer and master editor, Tony Chu, and get a little glimpse of who makes it all possible.  Does he tell more than she wanted?  Maybe.  Let us know what you think! Credits: Music by Steve Wilkinson Post Production work and MC: Tony Chu Tami will often end the show with a “blessing”.  Many of these are excerpts from To Bless the Space Between Us by John O’Donohue. For more information about Tami: tamichu.com