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Keeping It Real: Conversations with Jillian Michaels

Jillian Michaels | Crossover Media Groupwww.jillianmichaels.com

Jillian Michaels is renowned for transforming lives. Her fearless honesty, passion, and extensive knowledge on health, fitness, and nutrition have made her America’s go to motivator and wellness expert for the past two decades.

Now, she's expanding her horizons with Bill Maher's Club Random Studios to bring her hugely popular audio podcast to video. This new format features an impressive lineup of guests and broadens the conversation to tackle the tough topics which matter the most in helping us better understand ourselves and the world around us.

Through in-depth discussions and short form content, Jillian brings valuable insights, inspiring life stories, and actionable advice from leading thinkers, innovators, and change makers in a variety of fields. Her guests aren’t just experts they’re pioneers who’ve reshaped their industries and the way we think. From medicine to mental health, groundbreaking science to current events, relationships to career she explores the frontiers of knowledge and personal development that changes lives. 

In an era where we’re inundated with conflicting information and compromised narratives, "Keeping It Real" stands out as trusted resource that informs, inspires, and empowers its audience. A forum where the power of dialogue and diverse perspectives reigns supreme and the information shared is actionable for everyone.

Tune in, stay curious, and be fearless. Join Jillian and her guests on a journey of growth, comradery, and candor. Together, we can navigate the complexities of our time, break down barriers, and unlock the potential for a better tomorrow!

PREVIOUS GUESTS HAVE INCLUDED: Lindsay Vonn. Tony Robbins. Dr. Sanjay Gupta. Suze Orman. Dr. Peter Attia. Lisa Ling. Gary Vee. And many more. 


Episodes

Exploring Intuitive Eating

Jillian shares her insight on   the psychological strategy behind Intuitive Eating vs. the straightforward science of weight loss, and answers email questions about collagen and protein powders, and how to start working out with her My Fitness app. Previous episode on protein powders: #447 - Powders and Positivity to Transform Your Life (9/2/19) Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at...

Jul 27, 202041 minEp. 494

Is Vitamin D a Life Changer?

Once we identify our biases, how do we find the courage to talk about them? And, what exactly is vitamin D and is there a link between D deficiency and Covid severity? Plus, Jillian answers email questions about metabolism, bone density, and exercises to strengthen your lower back. Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @Mart...

Jul 20, 202041 minEp. 493

You Achieve What You Believe!

How do we keep everyday injuries and misconceptions from becoming a personal barrier? Jillian has some tips and corrective exercises to help you push through. Plus, birth Douala and host of the Miraculous Mamas podcast Elizabeth Joy talks about women’s rights in healthcare and what we can do to advocate for ourselves.  Guest Links: ​Website: ​https://miraculousmamas.com/  Instagram: ​@esandoz @miraculousmamas  Podcast: ​Miraculous Mamas  More inf...

Jul 13, 202044 minEp. 492

Know When to Fold ‘Em!

How do you recognize an unhealthy friendship when it happens to overlap an issue you have that triggers you to sabotage the good things in your life? Plus, Jillian's Top 5 Workout Moves, and emails about appetite, stress eating, and more!         Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels ...

Jul 06, 202037 minEp. 491

New Bird, Who Dis?

Between the pandemic and the general state of society, many of us are feeling helpless and depressed, so how do we keep having important conversations? And get ready for some tough love because Jillian got her results from her physical and she's more determined than ever for everyone to get healthy...and it has a lot to do with your microbiome. TEDx Talks: How your belly controls your brain | Ruairi Robertson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awtmTJW9ic8&t=712s Your Gut Microbiome |...

Jun 29, 202043 minEp. 490

Eating to Fight Covid, with Dr Wiliam Li

Jillian misses the gym, but is it safe to return? Plus, the benefits of yoga, and special guest Dr. William Li, author of “Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself” is on to talk about food as medicine and ways to boost our immune systems to help fight Covid-19. Guest links: DrWilliamLi.com @DrWilliamLi 10 Things to Eat Right to Fight Back Against Covie-19 video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewhHWuPDhQI&feature=youtu.be Start your FREE 7 day tr...

Jun 22, 202042 minEp. 489

How Do We Talk About Racism?

Diversity & Inclusion expert and blogger Charnaie Gordon joins Jillian to talk about how to have an open and honest conversation with your kids about race and racism. Guest Links: CharnaieGordon.com, HereWeeRead.com, @HereWeeRead on Instagram, Twitter, FaceBook, Pintrest Charnaie’s Booklist from this episode: For Toddlers: Antiracist Baby by Ibram X. Kendi Colors of Us by Karen Katz All the Colors We Are by Katie Kissinger Shades of People by Shelley Rotner & Sheila M. Kelly For Old...

Jun 15, 202040 minEp. 488

The Subtle Art of Raising Sons, with Dr. Cara Natterson

Jillian shares the positive things that came out of her recent loss. Plus, Dr. Cara Natterson, author of “Decoding Boys, New Science Behind the Subtle Art of Raising Sons,” is on to talk about healthy parenting, from male puberty to handling bad behavior. Guest links: WorryProofMD.com, MyOomla.com Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @JillianMi...

Jun 08, 202041 minEp. 487

Tips to Manage Loss & Anxiety from Dr. Gail Saltz and Dr. Jo Ann McKarus

Jillian’s mom Dr. Jo Ann McKarus talks to Jillian about grief and loss. And Dr. Gail Saltz returns to the show to help us understand how fear brings out all kinds of extreme behaviors that divide us; plus, how to reduce anxiety about the country re-opening. Guest Link:  DrGailSaltz.com, Twitter: @DrGailSalt Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] Follow us on Insta...

Jun 01, 202037 minEp. 486

Transforming Anger

Tips for managing your reactions to and judgements of others. Plus, Jillian shares everything she's been learning about jumping rope, and answers some questions from Instagram about supplements, saggy skin, and vanity pounds. Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindy This Week’s Sponsors: SEED.com/Jillian, or ...

May 25, 202040 minEp. 485

Avoiding Chronic Pain for Good

Jillian’s quarantine, pop culture check in: what we’re watching, reading and doing to pass the time. Plus, what’s really causing your aches and pains; you might want to try immersing yourself in nature to help your body and your mind. Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindy This Week’s Sponsors: BUILTBAR.com, pro...

May 18, 202040 minEp. 484

Overcoming Our Differences to Save the World!

Even a pandemic hasn't brought people together, so why are we so divided? Plus, Jillian talks to Vivobarefoot co-founder Galahad Clark about the health benefits of going barefoot. And emails about workout heart rate, bloat weight, getting protein when you have high cholesterol, and more! Guest link: Vivobarefoot.com Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] Foll...

May 11, 202044 minEp. 483

Belly Fat Burning Secrets

Jillian has a quarantine epiphany about her limitations and weaknesses. Plus, is it really possible to burn belly fat? And emails about finding your healthiest weight, juicing with fiber, and more! Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindy This Week’s Sponsors: KIWICO.com/Jillian for your first month free on select...

May 04, 202044 minEp. 482

Curb Your Appetite and Crush Emotional Eating

Steps you can take to control for appetite as well as your emotional eating while you’re stuck at home. Plus, neurologist Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary talks to Jillian about her latest book,  Sound Medicine: How to Use the Ancient Science of Sound to Heal the Body and Mind Guest links: drkulreetchaudhary.com, snhcentre.com Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at jillianpodcast@gmai...

Apr 27, 202042 minEp. 481

Mindset Shifting, from Victim to Victor

When everything around you seems out of control, how can you go from feeling victimized and start to feeling empowered? Plus, workout emails, and guest Brad Lamm, author of “QUIT VAPING: Your Four-Step, 28 day Program to Stop Smoking E-Cigarettes.” Guest link: BradLamm.com Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels, @M...

Apr 20, 202040 minEp. 480

Coping with Quarantine

What’s your process for coping with Covid quarantine? Jillian has some tips! Plus, how to work out in your apartment without disturbing the neighbors. And Dr. Kate Biberdorf is back on the show to tell us about her new “Kate the Chemist” kids’ books, and the science of burning fat. Guest link: KateTheChemist.com Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] This Week’s Sponso...

Apr 13, 202044 minEp. 479

Quarantine Crazy

In the show’s first segment recorded from home, Jillian and Cindy vent about how the stress of self-quarantine is affecting them. Then we’re back to the last time the team was all together for tips about working out with knee pain, and the power in saying, “I don’t know.” Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] This Week’s Sponsors: SLEEPNUMBER.com/Jillian to discover t...

Apr 06, 202043 minEp. 478

Pandemic Pandemonium, Preventing Alzheimer’s, Parenting Pitfalls

Does the constant bombardment of Covid-19 information cause more chaos than calm? Plus, if parenting feels far from blissful, you are not alone. And leading neuroscientist & nutritionist Dr. Lisa Mosconi shares insights from her new book, “The XX Brain: The Groundbreaking Science Empowering Women to Maximize Cognitive Health and Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease.”  (recorded 3/9/20) Guest links: TheXXBrain.com LisaMosconi.com Send us your brief question for Dr. Lisa Mosconi at&...

Mar 30, 202046 minEp. 477

Can Cancel Culture Actually Kill You?

Cancel culture has created alternative facts for health, so Jillian sets us straight on that and on yet another new, gimmicky diet. Plus, a call about working out with diastasis recti.  (recorded 2/12/20 when Jillian had a cold, but she’s fine now!) Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] This Week’s Sponsors: NATIVEDEODORANT.com, promo code jillian for 20% of...

Mar 23, 202036 minEp. 476

The Truth About Juice Cleanses

Jillian shares ways to boost your immune system during the Coronavirus. Plus, the truth about juice cleanses, and email questions on making exercise a habit, what breaks a fast, and more! Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] This Week’s Sponsors: JOYBIRD.com/JILLIAN25, promo code JILLIAN25 for 25% off your first order THIRDLOVE.com/Jillian for 15% off your first purc...

Mar 16, 202042 minEp. 475

What Role Do Genetics Play in our Weight?

Is weight gain hereditary? Plus, Jillian’s tips for working legs; and PETA President Ingrid Newkirk talks about her latest book,  Animalkind: Remarkable Discoveries About Animals and Revolutionary New Ways to Show Them Compassion. Guest link: PETA.org Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] This Week’s Sponsors: WORTHY.com/Jillian to get started GRASSROOTSCOOP...

Mar 09, 202042 minEp. 474

Critical Steps to Vetting Dangerous & Bad Health Advice

Can burning essential oils prevent the flu? Can raw onions remove toxins from the air? Jillian vets some dangerously bad information. Plus, ways the Glycemic Index affects how we oxidize, digest, and break down food; and emails on workout zones, macros & micros, and more! Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] This Week’s Sponsors: PERFECTBAR.com/JILLIAN for 15% of...

Mar 02, 202041 minEp. 473

The Psychology Of Eating Disorders With Molly Carmel

Jillian breaks down the science of counting calories, workouts, and balanced diets. And leading eating disorders and addictions therapist Molly Carmel is back on the show to talk about body dysmorphia, disordered eating, and our relationships with our bodies.  Guest link: MollyCarmel.com Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] This Week’s Sponsors: THIRDLOVE.com/Ji...

Feb 24, 202045 minEp. 472

Seoul for the Soul!

Giancarlo shares travel tips after his amazing, family trip to Seoul, South Korea. Plus, small steps to help sustain your weight, a Love Doctor follow-up & workout emails. Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] This Week’s Sponsors: KIWICO.com/Jillian for your first month free on select crates TALKSPACE.com, promo code JILLIAN for $100 off your first month JOYBIRD....

Feb 17, 202040 minEp. 471

How to Mend a Broken Heart

In honor of Valentine’s Day, Jillian and the team talk relationships. Plus, bone density training; and “The Love Doctor” takes a call from a woman who is considering staying in her marriage for the sake of her child. Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] This Week’s Sponsors: GRASSROOTSCOOP.com/Jillian for $40 off & free shipping WORTHY.com/Jillian to get started ...

Feb 10, 202038 minEp. 470

Too Famous in Finland!

“The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry” as they did, once again, on Jillian's vacation! Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Send us your brief question at [email protected] This Week’s Sponsors: THIRDLOVE.com/jillian for 15% off your first purchase PERFECTBAR.com/JILLIAN15 for 15% off your online order BROOKLINEN.com, promo code jillian for free shipping and 10% off your first order MEET...

Feb 03, 202036 minEp. 469

Can a Higher IQ Actually Hurt You?

Jillian takes a look at changing the way we think about thinking to positively affect our decisions. Plus, sugar substitutes, and email questions about making the most out of My Fitness App. Check out Jillian’s New Year sale for My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/lzN0kjLqw2 Send us your brief question at [email protected] This Week’s Sponsors: SWEATYBETTY.com/Jillian, promo code JILLIAN for 20% off, or  https://bit.ly/35HjvmF NATIVEDEODORANT.com, promo code ji...

Jan 27, 202041 minEp. 468

The Ugly Truth About Diet and Exercise

Jillian addresses the latest media frenzy surrounding her comments regarding Lizzo. Plus, everyone jumped on Dr. Oz when he recently said you can skip breakfast, so what does that really mean in terms of Intermittent Fasting? And questions about planking, protein powders, and more! Check out Jillian’s New Year sale for My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/lzN0kjLqw2 Check out Jillian’s YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/JillianMichaels This Week’s Sponsors: RITUAL.c...

Jan 20, 202040 minEp. 467

How Children Can Change You (with Mitch Albom)

Mitch Albom, best-selling author of  Tuesdays with Morrie,  is on the show to talk about his latest book,  Finding Chika: A Little Girl, an Earthquake, and the Making of a Family,  and his new podcast,  Tuesday People. Guest Links: Mitch Albom  https://www.mitchalbom.com/tuesday-people/ https://havefaithhaiti.org/ Check out Jillian's New Year sale for My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/lzN0kjLqw2 Send us your brief question at jillianpod...

Jan 13, 202044 minEp. 466

The Vegan Debate Rages On

The team talks about the changes in their lives over the past year, and starting 2020 with a clean slate. Plus, the Vegan debate rages on; and emails about soy, advising others on a healthy diet, and more! Check out Jillian's New Year sale for My Fitness App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/lzN0kjLqw2 And Jillian’s YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/JillianMichaels This Week’s Sponsors: SWEATYBETTY.com/Jillian, promo code Jillian for 20% off, or  https://bit.ly/35HjvmF SK...

Jan 06, 202040 minEp. 465