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Keeping It Real: Conversations with Jillian Michaels

Jillian Michaelswww.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. 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.
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Episodes

Healing Back Injuries Once and For All, with Dr. Stuart McGill

Jillian opens up about her life changing injury -- fracturing her spine and herniating three discs. She’s joined by the world’s foremost expert in rehabilitating spine injuries and healing back pain, Dr Stuart McGill. They discuss everything from injury prevention and pain management to proper injury assessment and the importance of identifying the right course of action to ensure successful rehabilitation. If you live with chronic pain, or struggle with a current or old injury that diminishes y...

Jan 24, 202242 minEp. 572

Rebalancing Your Hormones, with Naturopath Dr. Sonya Jensen

Naturopath Dr. Sonya Jensen joins Jillian to discuss a holistic approach to hormone regulation through proper nutrition, supplementation, liver detoxing and more, in order to manage negative symptoms from PMS, postpartum, and menopause. Guest Links: The Book: https://womanunleashedbook.com Website: drsonyajensen.com Social: @drsonyajensen For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdeal Follow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindy Jillian Mich...

Jan 17, 202255 minEp. 571

The Ultimate Vision Quest, with Author Harley Rustad

Harley Rustad , journalist and author of the new book, LOST IN THE VALLEY OF DEATH: A Story of Obsession and Danger in the Himalayas, discusses the allure of vision quests, self-exploration, and what compels us to find a deeper connection in our lives. Guest Info: IG & Twitter: @hmrustad For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdeal Follow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindy Jillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/...

Jan 10, 202244 minEp. 570

Building Mental Toughness, with Spartan Race Founder Joe De Sena

Founder and CEO of Spartan and the Death Race Joe De Sena, and Clinical Psychologist Dr. Lara Pence discuss their book, 10 Rules for Resilience , and tools to build mental toughness for kids. Guest links: Twitter : @realJoeDeSena IG : @realjoedesena & @drlarapence FB and LinkedIn: @JoeDeSena & @drlarapence Websites: www.Spartan.com www.joedesena.com https://www.drlarapence.com Podcast : Spartan Up! For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdeal F...

Jan 03, 202252 minEp. 569

New Year, New Ways Forward

Jillian and Cindy dish on realistic New Year strategies to chart a powerful course of action that cuts through the nonsense and get things done in 2022. Learn to rip envy and jealousy out at the root while channeling that energy into more productive ventures. Adopt practical life strategies to mitigate chaos by reducing exposure to triggers. And, get the run down on all the cool health and fitness gadgets and products trending for 2022. For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www....

Dec 27, 202139 minEp. 568

Caring for Aging Loved Ones & Preserving Their Dignity While Safe-Guarding Your Mental Health, with Amy O’Rourke

Professional care manager for 4 decades and best-selling author of The Fragile Years Amy O’Rourke joins Jillian to discuss how to care for our aging loved ones. She dives in on how to make important health care decisions for them, find financial aid for their care, preserve their dignity, manage stress levels, preserve mental health for all, and so much more. From knowing when it’s time to take the keys to knowing how to help your loved one with memory loss, Amy leaves no stone unturned in guidi...

Dec 20, 202147 minEp. 567

Jillian's Engagement Story! Prioritizing Eye Health! The Benefits of Chewing Gum?!

Jillian has discovered that true love means never having to say you're sorry things aren't going as planned. Eye health tips about different types of light, helpful foods, The Bates Method, and more! Plus, after becoming completely intrigued by a Ben Greenfield article about chewing different types of gum, she digs in! For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdeal Follow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindy Jillian Michaels Community: http...

Dec 13, 202150 minEp. 566

The Game-Changing Impact of Regenerative Agriculture on the Environment and Our Overall Health, with Farmer Lee Jones

Farmer Lee Jones, regenerative agriculture specialist, joins Jillian to discuss the power of farming efficiently, ethically, and effectively. The way our food is farmed impacts our health in a myriad of ways! Chemicals sprayed on crops affect not only our physical health, but the health of our environment. Food grown in the proper climates with regenerated soil has far more nutrients. Sustainable farming creates sustainable jobs. Learn how to make healthy, sustainable, ethical choices with your ...

Dec 06, 202141 minEp. 565

Dealing with Cultural Stigmas, with Professor Roy Richard Grinker

ROY RICHARD GRINKER, professor of anthropology and international affairs at George Washington University, and author of the book, Nobody’s Normal: How Culture Created the Stigma of Mental Illness joins Jillian to discuss how culture contributes to the stigma of obesity, mental illness, and homophobia. Plus, we look at how mental illness is viewed in other nations, and how society and environment can be part of the solution. We also cover how parents can pass on trauma to a baby through epigeneti...

Nov 29, 202143 minEp. 564

Stop the Pity Party and Take Control of Your Family Dynamics!

Jillian dishes on family dynamics and issues a powerful pep talk on letting go of the personal pity party in order to regain control. Then, ingredient swaps for cooking and baking to give all your favorite dishes a healthy makeover. Plus, fake labels that use buzzwords to mislead you. Get informed! For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdeal Follow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindy Jillian Michaels Community: https://www.facebook.com/...

Nov 22, 202136 minEp. 563

How to Become a Millionaire, with GaryVee

GaryVee (Vaynercuk) is one of the leading global minds on what’s next in culture, relevance, and the internet, as well as being one of the most forward thinkers in business, marketing, and branding. Gary tells us what it takes to be a business juggernaut, dishes on his new book Twelve And A Half, opens up about his personal journey to success, and reminds all of us that it’s literally never to late to become a millionaire, having a achieved success in his late 30’s. One of our most informative a...

Nov 15, 202151 minEp. 562

Mindset, Physiology Hacks, the Pegan Diet, & More!

This week, Jillian and Cindy take a deep look into the power of mindset and how to shift your perspective for life-changing results. Then, Jillian talks about her latest bio hack to improve cardiovascular fitness, and a review of the Pegan diet is on deck! For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdeal Follow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindy Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.com You can find new episodes of Keeping It Real: C...

Nov 08, 202150 minEp. 561

Inside the FDA with a Former FDA Director, Richard Williams

Richard A. Williams, former Director for Social Science with the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition at the FDA, takes us behind the scenes on what the FDA actually does: how regulations are put into place, and why they sometimes aren’t when they should be; how warning labels and bans on things like trans fats are determined, and by whom; food safety versus nutrition, and Genetically Modified versus Genetically Engineered. Is irradiation (similar to microwaves) a safe way to kill pathog...

Nov 01, 202156 minEp. 560

World Renowned Virologist Vincent Racaniello, Unbiased and Unfiltered!

World class virologist Vincent Racaniello joins Jillian to talk mRNA technology, breakthrough infections, booster shots, the Delta variant, Covid antivirals, vaccine side effects and more. You won’t find a more unbiased, fact-based show with all the information you need to make the best decisions for you and your family! Guest Links: Check out https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyFgCoP4ovsHbt92vM4zN2A for: This Week in Virology podcast Wednesday night livestream Q&A Monday & Wednesday live...

Oct 25, 202159 minEp. 559

Calories: What Exactly Are They, How Are They Calculated, And Why You Need To Know!

This week, Jillian and crew look at a new study that debunks how the foods we eat are assigned a caloric value and what this means to your daily diet. Plus, listener questions that address snacks for breast-feeding moms, craving hacks, motivation secrets, and overcoming “DOMS” (delayed onset muscle soreness) after a workout. For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdeal Follow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindy Email your questions to Ji...

Oct 18, 202148 minEp. 558

New Science to Help Your Pet Live Healthier & Longer, with Renowned Veterinarian Dr. Karen Becker & Pet Health Leader Rodney Habib

Dr. Karen Becker & Rodney Habib outline the ideal diet, nutrition, and exercise regimen for your pet to live the longest, best quality life! Plus, listener pet questions on medications/flea & tick chemicals, supplements, probiotics, acupuncture, allergies…and more! Guest Links: For more information on the book and social handles, go to: https://foreverdog.com/ For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdeal Follow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels ...

Oct 11, 20211 hr 8 minEp. 557

Medical Decision Making - Your Life Depends On It, with Dr. Talya Miron-Shatz

Dr. Talya Miron-Shatz is a Ph.D. in psychology, as well as an internationally acclaimed expert in medical decision-making. This week, she breaks down her new book, Your Life Depends on It: What You Can Do to Make Better Choices About Your Health, teaching us how to ensure that information is conveyed thoroughly and clearly, our choices are constructed as intelligently as possible, and our interactions with our medical professionals are handled in a way that optimizes our health for the best poss...

Oct 04, 202157 minEp. 556

This is Your Brain on Food, with Dr. Uma Naidoo

Harvard-trained nutritional psychiatrist, professional chef, and author of This is Your Brain on Food Dr. Uma Naidoo discusses the 6 pillars of nutritional psychology and foods to fight depression, manage anxiety, and combat ADHD. Plus, she explains the power of our gut-brain connection and the important roll the vagus nerve plays in our physical and mental well-being. Guest Links: To subscribe to the newsletter: https://umanaidoomd.com This is Your Brain on Food: https://book.umanaidoomd.com IG...

Sep 27, 202152 minEp. 555

How to Do the Work, with Holistic Psychologist Dr. Nicole LePera

Dr. Nicole LePera is on the show to help us learn how to tolerate being misunderstood, stay true to ourselves, and celebrate our unique purpose and journey to fulfill our potential and destiny. Guest Links: For information about Dr. LePera’s monthly self-led membership, SelfHealers Circle: www.theholisticpsychologist.com Check out the book, HOW TO DO THE WORK: Recognize Your Patterns, Heal from Your Past, and Create Your Self IG: @the.holistic.psychologist For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian ...

Sep 20, 202152 minEp. 554

Ghosts, Orgasms, & the Curious Relationships Between Animals & Humans, with NYT Best Selling Author Mary Roach!

6-time NYT best-selling author – and Jillian’s favorite – Mary Roach is on the show to talk about the subjects she chooses to write about, from human cadavers to ghosts, animals to sex. Plus, hear about Jillian’s own, personal ghost story. Guest Links: Twitter: @mary_roach FUZZ: When Nature Breaks the Law: https://maryroach.net/fuzzOffer.html Website: https://maryroach.net For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitnessapp.com/podcastdeal Follow us on Instagram @JillianMich...

Sep 13, 202155 minEp. 553

Expectation Hangover, with Master Coach Christine Hassler

Master coach, facilitator, speaker, and author of Expectation Hangover: Free Yourself From Your Past, Change your Present and Get What you Really Want Christine Hassler is back to talk about how to leverage our expectations, separate those expectations from goals, and see the opportunity for growth by looking at how we respond to disappointment. Guest Links: For more information on Christine’s podcast, Over It and On With It, and her book, Expectation Hangover: Free Yourself From Your Past, Chan...

Sep 06, 202146 minEp. 552

Maximize Your Money During These Transitional Times, with Financial Expert Jean Chatzky

Financial expert Jean Chatzky talks real estate, good financial habits to adopt during the pandemic, the safest places to put your money during these unsure times, and how to take risks as safely as possible for the biggest financial upside! Guest Links: Don’t forget to check out Jean’s podcast, HerMoney With Jean Chatzky Websites: https://hermoney.com https://www.financefixx.com For 25% off The Fitness App by Jillian Michaels, go to www.thefitenssapp.com/podcastdeal Follow us on Instagram @Jill...

Aug 30, 202145 minEp. 551

Cracking the Metabolism Code, with Dr. William Li

Internationally renowned physician, scientist and NYT best-selling author Dr. William Li breaks down the latest study on metabolism and aging, and gives us the top strategies to slow down aging and maintain a healthy body weight. Plus, some vital information on the Delta Variant, breakthrough Covid, new protocols, and if there are foods and supplements that can help. Guest Links: Sign up for Dr. Li’s Master Class at https://drwilliamli.com/masterclass/ Follow Dr. Li on IG @DrWilliamLi For 25% of...

Aug 23, 202155 minEp. 550

How to Grow Your Career & Business Exponentially, with Silicon Valley Superstar, Sukhinder Singh Cassidy

Silicon valley super star Sukhinder Singh (Stub Hub, Google, Amazon) joins Jillian this week to teach us how to go where the growth is, make crucial business decisions that open up tremendous potential and possibility, and take the right risks in the right way for optimal success! Guest Links: Take Sukhinder’s Risk Quiz: https://www.choosepossibility.com/risk-quiz Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Follow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels an...

Aug 16, 202153 minEp. 549

Body Positivity vs. Body Confidence, Psychotropic Drug-Based “Treatments," and Vetting “Science-Based” Health Claims

Jillian covers the difference between body positivity and body confidence. Psychotropic drugs from marijuana to psilocybin and Ketamine are gaining traction as treatments for medical / health issues. Do they work and is it safe? Plus, people are using “science” to make all kinds of health claims from covid treatments to weight loss and diet claims. How can you tell when the science is being manipulated for profit - Jillian will tell you in this week’s show! Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillia...

Aug 09, 202137 minEp. 548

Get Unstuck, with Super Coach Christine Hassler

Master coach, author, and podcast host Christine Hassler is on the show to discuss how to start identifying the things that hold us back - from childhood issues to unhealthy patterns – in order to communicate better, set boundaries and stop people-pleasing. Guest Links: Personal Mastery Program: https://christinehassler.com/mastery Use the code HEALTH (all caps) for a $200 discount for Keeping It Real listeners. Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1...

Aug 02, 202148 minEp. 547

How to Cope with Tragedy and Loss

The profound affect the condo collapse has had on the country spurs a conversation on death, dying, and how to find some peace with it all. Then, back to the wheel house to dispel myths on alcohol and coffee consumption, sleep, water intake and more. Start your FREE 7 day trial for Jillian’s App at https://go.jillianmichaels.com/WNt1rL7uyZ Follow us on Instagram @JillianMichaels and @MartiniCindy Email your questions to JillianPodcast@gmail.com This Week’s Sponsors: TRUNIAGEN.com/JILLIAN to save...

Jul 26, 202143 minEp. 546

Busting Myths on Orgasms, Gender, and Step-Parenting, with Dr. Wednesday Martin

Social scientist and #1 NYT best-selling author Dr. Wednesday Martin, Ph.D. joins the show to discuss the Social Science behind everything from gender identity to the male / female orgasm gap, how to keep passion alive in your marriage, and navigate the treacherous waters of being a step-mom. Guest Links: Website: http://wednesdaymartin.com Books: Untrue: http://wednesdaymartin.com/books/untrue/ Stepmonster: http://wednesdaymartin.com/books/stepmonster/ IG @wednesdaymartinphd Twitter @wednesdaym...

Jul 19, 202157 minEp. 545

Choosing the F*cks to Give, with Mark Manson

Is there a secret to finding peace and happiness? Self-help guru and NYT #1 best-selling author Mark Manson says yes. In this episode, he tells us what goals are worth fighting for, what is worth caring about, where to dig in, and when to just let it go. Plus, top strategies to center yourself, focus, and enjoy life without getting bogged down in other people’s BS. Guest Links: Sign up for Mark’s newsletter: https://markmanson.net IG: @markmanson Twitter: @IAmMarkManson Start your FREE 7 day tri...

Jul 12, 202147 minEp. 544

A Radical Awakening, with Dr. Shefali

Acclaimed author, Clinical Psychologist, and International Speaker Dr. Shefali talks about her new book, A Radical Awakening, which lays out a path for women to discover their inner truth and set themselves free in all aspects of life. Shefali is eloquent and inspiring, with practical and accessible advice that changes lives. If you are looking to uncover your purpose and harness the power of authenticity in every area of your life, you won’t want to miss this episode! Guest Links: https://www.d...

Jul 05, 202148 minEp. 543
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