The L Podcast

Imagine going to the lab, getting your blood drawn, and then just throwing it away. That's what we've been doing EVERY MONTH! For individuals living with diabetes that menstruate, getting our A1C labs done can be so much more convenient than it's ever been before. Today we're talking with Dr. Sara Naseri, M.D., Co-Founder & CEO at Qvin- a company set out to harness the diagnostic power of menstrual blood to empower women for their preventative health. We're talking science, we're talking health equity, and how YOU can play a role in shaping the future of women's health research.

To learn more about qvin, Dr. Naseri, and how to get involved with clinical trials, visit qvin.com

Living with a chronic illness like diabetes is difficult, and it can make big life moments like pregnancy a bit more complicated. Did you know that a person with diabetes is considered high-risk when pregnant? Today we're kicking off #NationalDiabetesAwarenessMonth by talking with the amazing Julia Blanchette, diabetes educator, nurse, researcher, and new momma that lives with type 1 diabetes. We're talking about what navigating pregnancy is like when you have diabetes, what can go wrong, but also what could go really well!

Up to 85% of positions are filled with personal or professional connections. Basically, networking is VERY important for your professional career, but also personal. Making friends is just another form of networking! Today we're chatting with Julie Kirsch, founder of The Friendship Strategist on why networking is important and how to get started. Julie shares some great tips on how to network for professional and social success, so you don't want to miss this!

Learn more networking tips and see if network coaching with Julie is for you at thefriendshipstrategist.com.

As many as 80% of adults with ADHD have at least one coexisting psychiatric disorder, including mood and anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, and even personality disorders like bipolar disorder. When I was diagnosed with ADHD this summer, I was also diagnosed with PMDD. But there are other conditions that people with ADHD are at higher risk for also having, so today we're talking about common co-occurring conditions and what treatment can look like.

Learn more about co-occuring conditions with ADHD from chadd.org.

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Getting my ADHD diagnosis at the age of 33 was the quickest, but also the longest process I've had so far. After meeting with a psychiatrist for 2.5 hours, I got my diagnosis. But the diagnosis process can be different for children versus adults, and even for different adults. Today we're talking about who gives you an ADHD diagnosis, what the evaluation process can be like, and why it's important and necessary to get diagnosed if you think you have ADHD.

Learn more about the diagnosis process from the Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) at www.chadd.org/for-adults/

October is ADHD Awareness Month and being a newly diagnosed neurospicy gal, I want to make sure we talk about it! As with any new diagnosis, it can feel scary and overwhelming. But my psychiatrist that diagnosed me did something that was extremely helpful to make this diagnosis different. She shared resources that talked about ADHD as a superpower instead. As I started learning more about ADHD, I realized some of my best and favorite traits are thanks to my ADHD!

TW: discussion of suicide

September is Suicide Prevention Month so we're going to talk about it. It's an uncomfortable topic, but not as uncomfortable as going to a loved one's funeral. In 2022, there were an estimated 1.6M suicide attempts. Dealing with suicidal thoughts and ideation can make someone feel really lonely and isolated. I've had several battles of my own and today I want to share how my coffee table analogy helps me stay alive.

Please reach out for help if you're fighting this battle. You don't have to fight it alone and you are wanted on this Earth.

In the US, you can get help by texting or calling 9-8-8. You deserve help. If you or a loved ones needs support, check out resources from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at afsp.org.

Let's keep fighting the good fight together.

Listening, inspire, guide and give, heal, and transform. LIGHT. That's the acronym that today's guest Twanda Clark-Edgal follows for her organization and as a social change agent. Part of caring for our emotional wellbeing is being able to share our stories. Learning how to rewrite our narrative and change our lives isn't easy to do. But once you share your story, what are you going to do with it? In this episode, Twanda and I chat about the power of story telling and how to transform our pain into prosperity!

Learn more about Twanda's work at

How many diets have you tried in your lifetime? When diet after diet doesn't work, society says clearly the problem is YOUR WILLPOWER. Today we're talking with Licensed Professional Counselor, Tory Butterworth, who specializes in working with women who eat their feelings. We'll talk about what an emotional eater actually is, tips on how to safely and sustainably change eating habits, and even about weight loss drugs like GLP-1s!

Learn more about Tory and her work at torybutterworth.com

Being an introvert in a very extroverted world can be challenging. So what do you do if your job requires you to be more extroverted than you're used to? Today we're chatting with my friend Alex Rusciano, radio and communication extraordinaire, about how he's a professional extroverted introvert and tips on how navigate the work place as an introvert. We also talk about how your introvertedness is actually your superpower! You don't want to miss this episode!