In this episode of The Ellen Fisher Podcast, I sit down with Kayde Mason and Katy Faust for a raw debate on IVF, surrogacy, and donor conception—are these modern paths to parenthood crossing ethical lines, or worth celebrating? 

Kayde Mason, a surrogate, 5x egg donor, and founder of Surrogate Support, shares her personal experience helping families have children, while Katy Faust, founder of Them Before Us, brings a powerful critique of the fertility industry through the lens of children’s rights.

Is IVF and surrogacy a compassionate path to parenthood—or are there deeper ethical questions we’re avoiding? This conversation dives into the emotional, moral, and societal implications of creating life through modern fertility practices, asking whether everything that’s possible should be pursued—and if true common ground can exist in such a deeply divided space.

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In this episode, I sit down with filmmaker Benjamin Nolot, who is the founder and CEO of Exodus Cry, a non profit fighting to end trafficking and sexual exploitation. We discuss the rapidly changing world of commercial sexual exploitation and the rise of platforms like OnlyFans, the emergence of AI-generated pornography, and how these technologies are reshaping cultural attitudes toward sex, intimacy, and human dignity. Benjamin also shares insights from his latest documentary, Buying Her, which exposes the often-ignored demand side of the sex trade: the men who purchase sex.

Together we unpack the deeper questions behind the headlines—how modern digital sex industries mask themselves as empowering, how pornography exposure is affecting society, and why the demand for commercial sex is the critical role in fueling exploitation and trafficking. It’s a sobering conversation about culture, responsibility, and what it means to protect the vulnerable in a rapidly evolving digital world.

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In this episode, I sit down with debt elimination expert and The Ramsey Show co-host Jade Warshaw to unpack a truth most people never hear: your money problem isn’t about your income — it’s about your emotions. Jade shares her own journey from financial stress and overwhelm to becoming debt-free, and the rock-bottom moment that forced her to confront the beliefs and behaviors driving her spending. We talk about why making more money rarely fixes what’s actually broken, the biggest lie keeping families financially stuck, and why so many high-income earners are still drowning in debt.

If you’ve ever felt ashamed, exhausted, or constantly behind — even while “doing all the right things” — this conversation will feel both confronting and freeing. Jade offers practical steps to get unstuck, insight for couples navigating saver-spender dynamics, and a powerful reframe on what “enough” really means. This episode isn’t just about budgeting — it’s about healing your relationship with money so you can finally build wealth with clarity and peace.

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In this episode, conservative commentator Amir Odom, left-leaning political voice Mason, and I - sit down to debate one of the most polarized topics of our time: transgender identity and the cultural debate surrounding it.

We explore foundational questions at the heart of today’s gender discourse: 

What is a woman? What is a man? 

Are sex and gender distinct — or inseparable?

Is the current debate truly about trans rights, or is it about how society defines truth, language, and reality itself? 

From women’s sports and gendered spaces to education, youth identity, pronouns, and free speech, this conversation dives into the tensions between personal identity, biological definitions, civil rights, and societal impact.

Are expanding gender categories creating more freedom — or more confusion? 

Can trans rights and women’s rights coexist without conflict? 

This episode does not aim to inflame — but to examine. It’s an attempt to model what honest, challenging dialogue can look like in a time with so much division. Whether you agree with Amir, Mason, or myself, this is an opportunity to hear different perspectives wrestle with truth, dignity, policy, and compassion in real time.

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Registration for Kim Anami’s signature Salon, Vaginal Kung Fu, is open NOW through Feb 5th!

Are you ready to have the most mind-blowing sex of your life? In this episode of The Ellen Fisher Podcast, world-renowned sex therapist Kim Anami shares the secrets to transforming your relationship, reigniting passion, and experiencing intimacy at a level most people don’t even realize exists. From sexual energy and polarity to practical tools that reconnect couples in and out of the bedroom, this conversation will challenge everything you thought you knew about desire and connection.

Kim reveals why so many people settle for lackluster sex, the #1 sign your sexual is falling short, and exactly what you can do to bring the spark, excitement, and intimacy back into your life — starting now. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your sex life, or wondered how to create deeper connection and pleasure with your partner, this episode is your roadmap to the most passionate, fulfilling love life you’ve ever imagined.

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I’m joined by Filmmaker Kam Waters and Carnivore Ray for this compelling debate of one of the most emotionally charged topics of our time. Together we explore the ethical, spiritual, and biological questions behind how we eat. We examine animal suffering, human health, moral responsibility, and whether it’s possible to honor animal life and eat them.

Kameron Waters is the filmmaker behind Christspiracy, now re-released as WWJD, streaming free at https://wwjdfilm.com. The question What Would Jesus Do? launched a 16-year journey into Scripture, away from animal exploitation and consumption, and toward the liberation of animals and a lived vision of the Kingdom of Heaven—marked by thriving physical, mental, and spiritual health, with evidence to support it.

Carnivore Ray (Ray Hicks) shares his personal journey of adopting a carnivore diet after years of struggling with depression and physical health challenges. Through eating primarily meat, eggs, and fish, Ray experienced dramatic improvements that reshaped his views on nutrition, ethics, and human biology. His story has inspired an online community and the carnivore diet has fueled widespread debate about whether animal-based diets can align with compassion, faith, and ethical responsibility

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Inspiring and practical, Alison Armstrong's exploration of partnership -- with oneself and the opposite sex -- has brought humor and relief to millions. Whether you're struggling with romantic connections, raising a family, partnering with co-workers, or taking a relationship from good-to-great, this candid conversation with me AND my husband, Andrew, is sure to illuminate, entertain, and even, transform. 

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In this jaw dropping episode - no pun intended! - I’m joined by Dr. Kalli Hale, airway dentist and founder of Toothpillow, to unpack the quiet but widespread crisis affecting children’s health today: improper breathing and airway development. We explore why so many kids are struggling with sleep, jaw development, and overall health, how poor airway health in childhood can ripple into adulthood, and why traditional orthodontics often misses the root cause.

Dr. Hale breaks down the difference between standard braces and airway-focused dentistry, the lifestyle and environmental factors shaping children’s breathing (from diet and allergens to tongue posture and sleep), and what parents can do now to support healthy development. We also talk about expanders, common breathing “band-aids,” whether adults can still improve their airway later in life, and why early intervention can make a profound difference in a child’s long-term health.

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In this episode, my husband Andrew joins me for an honest and vulnerable conversation about marriage, parenting, our differences, and what keeps us genuinely connected after years of growing, changing, and raising a big family together. We talk about the topics couples are usually too embarrassed to say out loud—roommate phases, communication mismatches, money differences, intimacy with kids in the house, and what it really takes to stay attracted to each other through every season of life.

We also answer your most-asked questions from Instagram: how we handle conflict around the kids, how Andrew supported me through my births, what we do to keep polarity alive, how to get couple time with a full house, the personal growth we’re proud of, and what we picture for life after the children are grown. It’s honest, practical, and deeply human—our real marriage, not the highlight reel.

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In this eye-opening conversation, relationship expert Laura Doyle, author of The Empowered Wife, reveals the six intimacy skills that have helped thousands of women revive passion, rebuild connection, and turn struggling marriages into joyful, affectionate partnerships.

Whether you feel unheard, exhausted from doing everything, or stuck in a cycle of fighting and resentment, this episode will show you why your marriage may not be as “broken” as it feels—and how small shifts in your own energy can create dramatic transformation.

Together we explore why so many relationship “fixes” backfire, what makes a woman irresistible to her husband, how to stop fighting without losing your voice, and why a marriage can change even if only one person is willing to try. Laura breaks down what happens when women accidentally take on the masculine role, the daily practices that restore feminine softness, how to reconnect when kids drain your capacity, and the surprising success stories from couples who seemed beyond repair. If you want more intimacy, more affection, and a marriage that feels magical again—this episode is your roadmap.

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