Welcome back to Gut Talk! If you're new here - hi, we're so happy to have you. In this episode we sat down with functional nutritionist Micaela Riley (@bebalancedbymicaela) to talk about everything women need to hear about gut health, hormones, metabolism, and why so many are still feeling off - even when doing "all the right things." Micaela opens up about her own journey of feeling dismissed by doctors, struggling with symptoms like hair loss, weight gain, acne, and burnout - only to later bui...
Jun 25, 2025•1 hr 5 min
In this episode, we are sitting down for an honest, energizing conversation about what the past year of going through breakups and being single has looked like for both of us — and why it’s been one of the most transformative seasons of our lives. We reflect on how being on our own has allowed us to reconnect with our intuition, raise our standards, and pour into our own energy like never before. This one’s all about celebrating the growth that happens when you're not in a relationship — and how...
Jun 13, 2025•34 min•Ep. 120
After a few weeks away from the mic, we’re back with a fun chit-chatty episode catching you up on what’s been going on behind the scenes. In this conversation, we dive into: Recent travel updates—the connection between stomach acid and gut resilience, especially when it comes to food poisoning An intro to muscle testing: what it is, how we’ve been exploring it, and what we’re noticing so far Strength training updates for both of us—what’s shifting in our routines and what we’re focusing on this ...
Jun 05, 2025•38 min•Ep. 119
Today’s episode touches on a topic that’s incredibly important—and deeply personal for many: fertility. Joining us today is Dr. Julianna Mann, a naturopathic doctor at Kale Diagnostics who specializes in fertility, pregnancy, and pediatric care. She’s passionate about taking a root-cause, whole-body approach—especially the connection between gut health and fertility. In this episode, we explore: - The gut–hormone–fertility connection - How your microbiome impacts immune function, estrogen metabo...
May 07, 2025•57 min
Welcome back to Gut Talk! If you’re new here—hi, We are Jenna and Jill, the hosts of Gut Talk. We’re so happy to have you. We have four words for you: Get. Off. Your. Acid. Today we are joined by Dr. Daryl Gioffre, a world-renowned gut health and inflammation expert, celebrity nutritionist, and bestselling author of Get Off Your Acid and Get Off Your Sugar. In this conversation, we dive into how acidity affects your energy, digestion, mood, and overall health—and how you can reverse it. Dr. Giof...
Apr 30, 2025•1 hr 31 min
In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back Angelo Keely, CEO and Co-Founder of Kion , a true expert in protein nutrition and a trusted voice in the world of wellness. We dive deep into the world of essential amino acids with a special focus on Kion Aminos—what they are, why they matter, and how they can help support lean muscle growth, fat loss, and overall body composition. From practical tips for starting a muscle-building journey to clarifying the differences between protein powder, amin...
Apr 16, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 116
In this episode, we’re joined by the brilliant Dr. Tim Spector—Professor of Genetic Epidemiology, founder of the renowned TwinsUK study, and co-founder of the science-driven nutrition company ZOE. Known for his groundbreaking research featured in the Netflix documentary Hack Your Health and over 900 published studies, Dr. Spector dives into the fascinating science of the gut microbiome, why identical twins don’t respond the same to food, and how ZOE’s massive nutrition study (published in Nature...
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 115
In this episode, we’re excited to share an exclusive giveaway for our podcast listeners! 3 listeners will be gifted our new merch, a ~listen to your gut~ trucker hat. To enter, simply leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify— and if you’ve already done so in the past, just DM us a screenshot to be entered. Jill also gives us a personal update on her vaginal health journey, along with how Jenna embracing her "Gym Girl Era" has helped boost her confidence. Plus, we dive into Jenna...
Apr 02, 2025•48 min
In today’s episode, Jenna shares the powerful transformation she's experienced by changing the way she eats—a key factor in her 20-pound weight loss and her journey to becoming the happiest and healthiest version of herself. She opens up about her personal experience, the foods she’s embraced, and the mindset shifts that have completely revamped her health and overall quality of life. Tune in to this solo episode for a fun, candid conversation as Jenna dives into the core principles of metabolic...
Mar 26, 2025•40 min•Ep. 113
In this mind-blowing episode, we’re joined by Dr. Nicole Fleishmann, a leading urogynecologist and women’s health advocate with over 25 years of experience. Dr. Fleishmann is the author of The Second Mouth: One Woman's Journey to Decode a Hidden Language for a New Era of Women’s Health , where she challenges misconceptions and empowers women to reclaim control of their bodies. Dr. Fleishmann reveals groundbreaking concepts, like the idea that we have two mouths —yes, you read that right! We dive...
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 112
In this episode, Jill and Jenna get real about how to rise up after a hard time and transform your life for the better. They share the honest ups and downs of their own journeys, offering relatable insights into what’s worked for them along the way. Jenna reveals the powerful practices she focused on to ignite her transformation and how you can apply them too. If you’re looking for motivation, practical tips, and a little inspiration to take control of your own path, this episode is for you! Int...
Mar 13, 2025•47 min•Ep. 111
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Max Dula, a Holistic Physician trained in Chiropractic Medicine, Functional Medicine, and Brain Retraining. Throughout this episode, we explore the root causes of gut issues, chronic illness, and inflammation, emphasizing that symptoms are messages from the body, not the problem itself. We dive into how addressing the root cause, rather than relying on supplements, is key to healing. A major focus is on the nervous system’s crucial role in gut health, includ...
Mar 06, 2025•55 min•Ep. 110
In this episode of GUT TALK, the girls share their latest life updates as they dive into their "Fit Girl Eras." Jenna geeks out about her CNP classes, talks birthday plans, and reveals how she balances fun with fitness. She also discusses trying Jill’s meal plan. Jill opens up about completing a half marathon, including prep, nutrition, and what she’d do differently next time, as well as navigating a new job while staying fit. She also talks about coping with tough times and the toolkit she's cr...
Feb 27, 2025•41 min•Ep. 109
In this episode, Dr. Michael Goran, an expert in pediatric health and nutrition, author of Sugarproof and researcher with 35 years of experience discusses the vital role early nutrition plays in childhood development. From the impact of sugar on cognitive function and childhood obesity to the benefits of breastfeeding and the potential risks of formula feeding, Dr. Goran offers invaluable insights. The conversation explores how mothers can support their own health to benefit their children, why ...
Feb 20, 2025•57 min•Ep. 108
In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into two very common yet often misunderstood women’s health concerns: bacterial vaginosis (BV) and yeast infections. We are joined by Adrienn, a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in gynecology and we are breaking down the taboo world of vaginal health and dive into the differences between BV and yeast infections, what they are, their connection to health, how to prevent recurring infections and much more. Adrienn also shares expert ...
Feb 13, 2025•1 hr 8 min
WE'RE OFFICIALLY "GYM GIRLS" AGAIN!! In this episode, we dive into how we are re-starting our fitness journeys and the importance of building muscle for metabolic health. We discuss how consistency is key to progress, with both of us sharing our new fitness ~goals~ and our new approach to fitness. We reflect on where we are now compared to where we were in the past few years, recognizing how this time is wayyy different in order to continue to create sustainable health and fitness habits. We sha...
Feb 06, 2025•43 min•Ep. 106
BABY WE ARE BACK! In this episode, we talk about the chaos of January, what our plans are to make GUT TALK better than ever, upcoming projects like Jenna’s launch of the 2nd round of TRACT (a 3 month program with her friend, Grayce) and the start of Jenna’s CN-P program. The main focus is Jill’s decision to mute every health influencer on social media due to the overwhelming and often contradictory health advice they spread. From claims that everything causes cancer to confusing messages about w...
Jan 30, 2025•49 min•Ep. 105
In this episode, we’re joined by mold expert Grayce Muffler (@givinggrayce) to dive deep into the world of mold toxicity. Grayce shares her personal journey and how she became an expert in identifying and treating mold-related health issues. We explore how mold toxicity can develop, what signs and symptoms to look out for, and how to identify mold exposure even if it’s invisible. Grayce explains how to test your home for mold and what to do if you suspect it in a potential new house. We also dis...
Dec 20, 2024•51 min•Ep. 104
In this episode, we explore practical and natural ways to boost your immune health this winter. We dive into the vital role of gut health, sleep, stress management, and diet in strengthening your immune system, emphasizing that immunity is about more than just avoiding sickness—it's connected to conditions like food allergies, IBS, chronic fatigue, and autoimmunity. We discuss how the immune system relies on three main subsystems: the integumentary, digestive, and lymphatic systems, and how supp...
Dec 12, 2024•32 min•Ep. 103
In this episode, we dive into the ups and downs of our personal skincare journeys, from battling acne-prone skin and dermatitis to navigating the challenges of finding the right products. Jenna shares how she discovered she had been unknowingly using Biolage shampoo, which contained irritating sulfates, and how switching to better products made a significant difference. Additionally, Jill shares her experience with Perioral dermatitis and offers a sneak peek into upcoming episodes where we’ll di...
Dec 05, 2024•29 min•Ep. 102
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Alexandra MacKillop, a former food scientist turned functional medicine doctor, to explore her fascinating journey from the world of nutrition science to a more holistic, whole-body approach to health. Dr. MacKillop shares the pivotal moments that led her to question the practices in the food industry and transition into functional medicine, where she now helps individuals achieve better health through personalized care and lifestyle changes. We discuss the ...
Nov 27, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 125
100 EPISODES OF GUT TALK!! We're celebrating this milestone with 10 important lessons that we've learned from the past 50 episodes (We did this at episode 50 too! Linked HERE ). A big THANK YOU to all of you who have been with us from the start or who have supported this podcast. We wouldn't and couldn't do it without you!! Cheers to 100 more!
Nov 21, 2024•31 min•Ep. 100
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Stacy Barczak Baker and dive into the often overlooked connections between hormones, insulin, and environmental factors like lighting and food. We discuss how everyday habits—like staring at screens, exposure to blue and artificial light, even the chemicals we use in our daily routines—and how they are silently contributing to chronic stress and hormone issues. Dr. Stacy shares simple lifestyle changes—such as getting sunlight early in the day, wearing yello...
Nov 13, 2024•50 min•Ep. 99
In this conversation, we sit down with Dr. Pedre and delve into the multifaceted world of coffee, exploring its cultural significance, health implications, and the hidden dangers associated with its consumption. We discuss the importance of sourcing high-quality coffee, the impact of microplastics, and the benefits of polyphenols found in coffee. The conversation also highlights various brewing methods that can enhance the coffee experience while minimizing health risks. In this conversation, Dr...
Nov 07, 2024•47 min•Ep. 98
Another candid conversation coming at you! This time, we're diving into Jill's health and how she's handling it once and for all. Jill shares the testing she recently undertook, her symptoms, the results and what she's doing about it. Jenna provides some of her professional insights into the topic of root cause health. We also share some of our new ventures to include something that you'll have to find out when you listen to the episode, which Jill is super excited about1 Work 1on1 with Jenna HE...
Oct 31, 2024•41 min•Ep. 97
In today's episode, we are joined with James and Dahlia Marin, Integrative Registered Dietitians who specialize in SIBO, IBS, SIFO, Histamine intolerance, MCAS and Dysbiosis. They discuss the importance of integrative health practices, the rise of awareness around SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth), and the pitfalls of diagnosing and treating gut health issues. The conversation emphasizes the need for lifestyle changes and a deeper understanding of the microbiome to improve overall hea...
Oct 23, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 96
Our guest today is Priyanka Jain, Co-Founder & CEO of Evvy, the first-ever at-home vaginal microbiome test. In this episode, Priyanka discusses the often-taboo topic of vaginal health and the importance of understanding the vaginal microbiome. She shares her journey in founding Evvy, a company dedicated to addressing the significant gaps in women's health research and providing innovative testing solutions. The discussion covers the prevalence of vaginal discomfort, the misdiagnosis women of...
Oct 09, 2024•42 min•Ep. 95
You guys are going to LOVE this conversation with Alysa Seeland, Founder and CEO of FOND Bone Broth. In this conversation, Alysa shares her inspiring journey from struggling with health issues to discovering the healing properties of bone broth. She discusses her experiences with pregnancy, motherhood, and the importance of nutrition for her family. Alysa also explains the founding of her company, Fond, which offers high-quality bone broth, and the challenges she faced in the industry. The discu...
Oct 02, 2024•55 min•Ep. 94
In this episode, we dive deep into the inspiring journey of Morgan, the Co-Founder and President of Primal Kitchen, as she shares the story behind the brand's beginning and its mission to revolutionize healthy eating. Morgan discusses how she and her co-founder met and their personal health journeys, including their experience with IBS, which fueled their passion for creating seed oil-free products. We explore the benefits and challenges of building a seed oil-free company, from cost considerati...
Sep 25, 2024•52 min•Ep. 93
The long anticipated leveling up/pulling yourself out of a hard time episode is HERE!! Jenna is sharing what helped her find her confidence and alll the self love after going through a breakup. This is an episode for anyone who is looking for a little advice and motivation as the girls are sharing their tips, tricks, mindset and giving a candid conversation about what it’s like to pull yourself out of a hard time. Podcast sponsor: KION Visit getkion.com/guttalk for 20% off your order of Kion Ami...
Sep 19, 2024•27 min•Ep. 92
