The Dr. Aimee Podcast

In this episode of The Dr. Aimee Podcast, Dr. Aimee flips the script and pulls her co-producer and JourneyWell co-owner, Tim Simmons, out from behind the camera for a real-talk conversation about artificial intelligence.

This show usually lives at the intersection of health, wellness, and faith — mind, body, and soul. So where does AI fit in? As Dr. Aimee puts it, it doesn't just relate to one of those areas; it overlaps with all of them. From running a business to rebranding, learning, and staying curious, AI has quietly become part of everyday life, and this episode helps you get a handle on it.

Whether you're AI-curious, a little nervous, or somewhere in the middle, this beginner-friendly conversation will help you feel more confident about where to start.

⏱️ CHAPTERS
00:00 – Ask Claude first
00:45 – Meet Tim
02:00 – AI, faith & the trust economy
03:09 – What AI actually is
10:34 – ChatGPT vs. Claude
11:25 – Watching Claude work your computer
13:32 – Is AI safe?
17:05 – Privacy & HIPAA
18:07 – Protecting client data
19:05 – Sharing, not gatekeeping
20:00 – Get unstuck faster
22:27 – Tokens, explained
24:32 – Talk to AI like it knows you
26:18 – Most bang for your buck
29:43 – Google vs. AI
32:41 – How AI is killing paid ads
34:02 – Getting robot-ish

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Dr. Aimee Russo-Mounger joins Dr. Meghna Dassani, "the sleep dentist," on The Healthy Sleep Revolution podcast for a rich, honest conversation about energy, sleep, stress, inflammation, and the science of natural peptides.

Together they unpack the difference between natural and synthetic peptides, how peptides communicate with the body at a cellular level, and why supporting the body's own healing matters. Dr. Dani also offers an important clinical distinction: peptides are discussed here as a complement to, not a replacement for, proper sleep apnea treatment like CPAP or oral appliance therapy.

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Carrie Kavanagh drank for thirty years without ever hitting the kind of rock bottom people expect to hear about. She had the career, the kids, the church. She also had a bottle always going in the fridge so she'd never have to count.

She joins Dr. Aimee to talk about gray area drinking — the woman whose life looks fine from the outside and who starts at five every afternoon. What the progression actually looks like, why she didn't want AA or the label that comes with it, and what she did in the first month instead of drinking.

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CHAPTERS
00:00 Meet Carrie
01:22 Thirty years, one slow boil
04:47 Why you don't need a rock bottom
07:20 The night she doesn't remember
09:52 Matthew 11:28 and the rest she was afraid of
12:30 Sitting through the hard
16:30 Becoming a Christian coach
21:00 "If you put the drink down, I will help you help many"
26:10 The times she tried before
30:15 The woman suffering in silence
33:20 Therapy, coaching, and knowing the difference
46:30 Inside the program

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Brittany Boudreaux spent 20 years climbing the mortgage industry ladder before realizing it was the wrong ladder. Then God asked her to cancel the retreat she'd built, refund every ticket, and start over — expecting five women. One hundred and twenty showed up.

Brittany joins Dr. Aimee to talk about why so many Christian women are quietly alone, what it costs to take the mask off, and how the R3 retreat and Kingdom Table were born out of obedience she didn't have a plan for. They get into surrender, comparison, calling, and why partial obedience is still disobedience.

If you've felt a nudge toward something you don't feel qualified for, this one is for you.

Connect with Brittany

https://linktr.ee/bnboudreaux

Preparing the Soil Retreat — September 17–19
The Hill, St. Francisville, Louisiana. Open to everyone; Kingdom Table membership not required. Three days on the condition of your heart before goal-setting season. Thursday afternoon through Saturday lunch.

00:00 Meet Brittany

05:03 No competition in the kingdom

05:39 "What brings me joy?"

06:29 Learning under John Maxwell

07:05 Why women wear masks

09:08 Can't serve two masters

09:49 Expecting 5. 120 came.

10:41 How Kingdom Table began

13:24 "I'm the redemption story"

17:13 Everybody can be in the room

21:06 "I didn't feel worthy"

23:22 Nobody asked how she was

24:00 Inside Kingdom Table

27:20 Isolation is a strategy

29:44 Surrender and the teddy bear

32:34 "Completely unqualified"

34:20 Throwing out the note cards

38:07 She quit after one meeting

39:20 R3: Renew, Reset, Realign

41:14 Preparing the Soil retreat

48:59 Notice how you feel

51:25 Say yes anyway

Ever been told your bloodwork is "normal" — but you still don't feel like yourself?

The unexplained weight gain around your middle. The fatigue that coffee can't fix. The irritability, the brain fog, the sense that something shifted in your 40s and no one can tell you what. In this episode of the Dr. Aimee podcast, functional medicine expert Dr. Lynn Duhe explains why conventional lab ranges miss what's really happening in your body — and what root-cause healing actually looks like.

Dr. Aimee and Dr. Lynn dig into hormones, perimenopause, gut health, thyroid function, and metabolic health, unpacking why so many women are dismissed by the conventional model and how integrative and functional medicine takes a whole-person approach instead. From the truth about estrogen and progesterone to the surprising role of cortisol, gut health, and hormone optimization, this conversation is a roadmap for women who want to stop guessing and start testing.

Whether you're navigating perimenopause, menopause, or simply want to age with strength and vitality, this episode will change how you think about your health — because the body was built to heal. You just have to know what season you're in. 🙏

About Dr. Lynn Duhe:

Dr. Jessica "Lynn" Duhe, PhD-IMD, FNP is the founder of The Miracle Wellness Center, an award-winning Integrative and Functional Medicine practice dedicated to uncovering the root causes of illness and helping patients achieve lasting wellness. With more than 19 years of healthcare experience, she combines evidence-based medicine with a whole-person approach to address hormones, gut health, thyroid disorders, metabolic health, ADHD, Autism, and chronic fatigue.

Known for her compassionate, educational style, Dr. Lynn is passionate about empowering people to better understand their bodies so they can make informed decisions about their health. She is also the host of the CommuniTEA Podcast, where she brings together experts to explore practical strategies for living healthier, happier lives.

When she's not caring for patients, Dr. Lynn enjoys educating the community through speaking engagements, podcasts, and wellness events while fostering collaboration among holistic health practitioners.

Connect with Dr. Lynn Duhe:

• The Miracle Wellness Center
• CommuniTEA Podcast — [link]
• Facebook - The Miracle Wellness Center
• Instagram - @miraclecenterbr

In this episode, Spencer and Marylee Mounger — owners of The Well, a faith-based fitness studio in Baton Rouge — share the story behind building a business and a marriage at the same time. We dig into what makes their approach to faith-based fitness different from a typical gym, the deeper spiritual meaning behind the name "The Well," and how they've built a space centered on whole-person wellness — mind, body, and spirit. If you're looking for a Christian gym, a faith and fitness community in Baton Rouge, or just curious how two people build a business rooted in purpose, this conversation is for you.

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About Spencer & Marylee Mounger ▾

Spencer and Mary Lee Munger are the founders of The Well, a faith-based fitness studio in Baton Rouge built on the belief that true wellness goes beyond the physical — encompassing faith, mind, and spirit alongside the body. The couple got married in April and launched the business shortly after, building both their marriage and their studio at nearly the same time.

The name "The Well" was born out of prayer and scripture — inspired by the biblical story of the woman at the well — and reflects their vision for a space where people feel loved, seen, and heard, not just pushed toward a fitness goal. The Well partners with local Baton Rouge ministries, including Restore Purpose Ministries (RPM), a sober living and reentry program, reflecting their broader mission of community impact beyond the gym floor.

📍 Based in: Baton Rouge, Louisiana

🏢 Business: The Well Studios

Instagram: @thewell.tbr

Facebook: The Well

⏱ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS

00:00 — Intro & Welcome

00:41 — Meet Spencer & Mary Lee: New Marriage, New Business

03:16 — Where the Name "The Well" Came From

03:48 — The Story of the Woman at the Well

10:49 — More Than Muscles: Training Mind, Body & Spirit

17:33 — How Fitness Changes You From the Inside Out

45:43 — Partnering with Restore Purpose Ministries

46:31 — Why Community Outreach Is Part of the Mission

1:03:47 — What Makes The Well Different From a Typical Gym

1:04:12 — Closing Thoughts: A Place to Feel Seen

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In this episode, Dominique Edmond — founder of EPW Publishing and First Heroes — joins the show to break down what real accountability looks like, why so many fathers struggle to stay present, and how one confrontation with a mentor changed the entire course of his life. We dig into his signature APP for Success and SODA Model frameworks, what it actually takes to write and publish a book, how AI is changing the publishing industry, and why building a father support community through First Heroes is more urgent now than ever. Whether you're a dad looking to show up better, an aspiring author trying to finish your first book, or someone chasing personal accountability, this conversation is packed with practical insight and real talk.

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🎙 GUEST INFO

Dominique Edmond is a Baton Rouge-based entrepreneur, public speaker, published author, and founder of EPW Publishing, a company that has helped publish 100+ authors nationwide — from Alaska to Key West — generating close to $500,000 in gross revenue for its authors since 2020.

Get his books here:
https://www.amazon.com/stores/Dominique-Edmond/author/B085TNPRCG

Andrea never set out to become a leadership coach.

Raised in a family that constantly encouraged growth, adaptability, and self-awareness, she spent years studying organizational communication, human behavior, leadership, and personal development. But it wasn't formal education alone that shaped her perspective — it was navigating life's challenges, embracing uncertainty, and learning how to lead through change.

In this powerful conversation, Dr. Aimee sits down with Andrea to explore what it really means to live with clarity, purpose, and alignment.

Together, they unpack the difference between finding purpose and living purpose, why so many people feel stuck waiting for answers, and how personal growth often comes through discomfort, uncertainty, and seasons of preparation.

Andrea shares lessons from her upbringing, her career in human resources, her transition into entrepreneurship, and the mindset shifts that helped her become a trusted mentor and leader for thousands of people.

The conversation dives deep into faith, leadership, entrepreneurship, emotional health, values, self-awareness, and the importance of staying aligned with who God created you to be.

If you've ever felt uncertain about your next step, struggled to understand your purpose, or wondered how to find clarity during difficult seasons, this episode is for you.

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🔥 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

How clarity, purpose, and alignment work together

Why most people misunderstand what purpose really means

How childhood experiences shape leadership skills

The difference between waiting for purpose and living with purpose

Why difficult seasons often become preparation for your future

How to identify your personal values and live in alignment with them

The connection between emotional health and decision-making

Why self-awareness is essential for growth and leadership

How entrepreneurs develop resilience through uncertainty

The role mentorship plays in personal and professional growth

Why faith can provide stability during life's biggest transitions

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🎙 GUEST INFO

Andrea is a leadership coach, entrepreneur, mentor, and business strategist passionate about helping people build lives rooted in clarity, purpose, and alignment..

She is known for her practical coaching style, deep commitment to personal growth, and ability to help people uncover the values and beliefs that drive lasting success.

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"PURPOSE" — if you're learning to trust God's timing

"ALIGNMENT" — if you're committed to living according to your values

"CLARITY" — if you're discovering your next step one day at a time

Melodie Simone thought her future was already mapped out. Growing up surrounded by music, radio, creativity, and performance in New York City, she was pursuing a career in audio engineering and media — until one moment completely changed the direction of her life.

After hearing a quiet but undeniable message — “You cannot serve two masters” — Melodie walked away from the path she thought she was meant for and began a journey of surrender, faith, healing, and purpose.

In this deeply personal episode, Dr. Aimee sits down with Melodie Simone — worship leader, entrepreneur, creative visionary, and co-founder of Journey Well Studios — to talk about discernment, anxiety, purpose, obedience, and what it really means to trust God when life takes an unexpected turn.

Melodie opens up about growing up in a fast-paced New York environment, leaving music college, moving to Colombia to pursue God, and how the Lord transformed her gifts into something far greater than she originally imagined.

Together, they unpack the tension between strategy and surrender, the importance of soul care and self-awareness, and why slowing down may be the very thing your spirit needs most.

This conversation is for anyone who feels stuck between fear and faith, overwhelmed by anxiety, or unsure of what God is doing in the middle of their story.

🔥 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

How God can redirect your life through unexpected closed doors
The difference between wisdom, discernment, and discretion
Why surrender doesn’t mean giving up your ambition
How anxiety grows when we lose self-awareness and stillness
The powerful connection between soul care and spiritual growth
Why slowing down is essential in a fast-paced world
How God prepares you for your purpose long before you see it
The truth about strategy, striving, and trusting God fully
Why resistance can sometimes confirm your calling
How painful seasons can become preparation for your future

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – “You cannot serve two masters” moment
02:00 – Melodie’s radical life redirection
05:30 – Growing up in New York City surrounded by music
09:00 – Leaving music college and moving to Colombia
12:00 – How Melodie became a worship leader
15:30 – Wisdom, discernment, and discretion explained
19:00 – Anxiety, self-awareness, and slowing down
23:00 – Strategy vs surrender: trusting God in business
27:00 – Soul care, therapy, and emotional health
31:00 – The story behind She’s Built Different

📌 CONNECT WITH US

🌐 Website: https://www.thesmilespa.us/
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👍 Facebook: The Smile Spa Baton Rouge

🎙 GUEST INFO

Melodie Simone

Melodie Simone is a worship leader, entrepreneur, creative director, and the co-founder of Journey Well Studios in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Alongside her husband Tim, she helps brands, businesses, and ministries tell meaningful stories through podcasting, media, and creative strategy.

She is also the host of the podcast She’s Built Different, where she shares powerful conversations centered around faith, resilience, purpose, leadership, and personal growth for women navigating business, ministry, and life.

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“PURPOSE” — if you’re learning to trust God’s plan
“SURRENDER” — if you’re walking through a season of change
“PEACE” — if you’re choosing faith over anxiety

After being diagnosed with Crohn’s disease out of nowhere, Ashley Cole’s entire view of health changed.

As a former pharmaceutical sales rep, fitness competitor, busy mom of two, and wellness entrepreneur, Ashley had spent years chasing performance, discipline, and “healthy living” — until her body forced her to slow down.

From extreme dieting and fitness competition burnout to autoimmune flare-ups and the chaos of motherhood, Ashley learned that real health isn’t about perfection, obsession, or quick fixes.

It’s about balance.

In this episode, Dr. Aimee sits down with Ashley to talk about the truth behind inflammation, restrictive dieting, emotional eating, autoimmune disease, meal prep, peptides, and why so many people feel exhausted even when they think they’re “healthy.”

Ashley shares how changing her diet transformed her Crohn’s symptoms, why healthy habits have to fit real life, and how busy moms can create sustainable wellness without burnout.

They also dive into the pressure of social media fitness culture, the hidden dangers of processed foods, the importance of movement over perfection, and why true healing takes consistency — not shortcuts.

If you’ve ever struggled with staying healthy while juggling work, kids, stress, inflammation, or feeling overwhelmed by wellness advice online… this episode is for you.

🔥 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

How Ashley reversed major Crohn’s symptoms through diet and lifestyle changes
Why fitness “obsession” can become unhealthy even when you look fit
The truth about inflammation, autoimmune disease, and hidden food triggers
Why meal prep is one of the most powerful health tools for busy people
How moms can create healthy habits without spending hours in the kitchen
The real reason quick fixes and crash diets don’t last
Why healthy eating has to become a lifestyle — not a temporary diet
How processed foods and hidden sugars quietly damage your body
The importance of balance, consistency, and sustainable wellness
How movement, nutrition, sleep, and peptides work together for long-term health
Why your kids’ eating habits may start before they’re even born
How social media creates unrealistic expectations around health and fitness
What Ashley learned from bodybuilding, burnout, and extreme discipline
Why feeling “fine” isn’t the same as actually feeling healthy

📌 CONNECT WITH US

🌐 Website: https://www.thesmilespa.us/
🌐 Website: https://www.smilespawellness.com
🎧 Spotify: The Smile Spa Podcast
🍎 Apple Podcasts: The Smile Spa Podcast
📸 Instagram: @the_smilespa
👍 Facebook: The Smile Spa Baton Rouge

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Ashley Cole

Ashley Cole is a former pharmaceutical sales representative, fitness competitor, wellness advocate, and co-owner of a Florida-based healthy meal prep company. After being diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, Ashley began exploring holistic healing through nutrition, movement, anti-inflammatory living, and sustainable wellness habits.

📸 Instagram: @coalsonthecoast

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“BALANCE” — if you’re done chasing quick fixes
“RESET” — if you’re ready to rebuild healthier habits
“HEALING” — if you believe food can change your life

Your body is always talking to you.
The question is… are you finally ready to listen?