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The podcast where we explore how ditching diet culture makes our whole lives more satisfying.
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Join comedians and Lifetime fanatics Naomi Ekperigin and Megan Gailey every week as they recap a different Lifetime movie beat-by-beat. Going through every gripping, outrageous plot twist with the help of special guests from the films themselves and the entertainment world at large, the hosts break down just what makes a Lifetime movie so instantly iconic – and seek advice from their new Lifetime pals on how they can nab a starring role for themselves someday. Lifetime movies should be enjoy ...
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Rabbi Ariana Katz is the founding rabbi of Hinenu: The Baltimore Justice Shtiebl. She was the creator and host Kaddish, a podcast about death, mourning and identity. Stay tuned for a new podcast coming winter 2019.
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#77 - Allow Ourselves to Re-Introduce Ourselves!
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Next week will mark two years since we published the first episode of Satisfaction Factor! In that first episode, we introduced ourselves, told you our origin stories, and generally gave you the low down on who we are, what we do, and what we believe in. So in this week's episode, we're celebrating our podcast-iversary by reintroducing ourselves! W…
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#76 - The Truth About Body Neutrality with Jessi Kneeland
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This week, we’re talking to Jessi Kneeland about body neutrality & their new book, Body Neutral: A Revolutionary Guide to Overcoming Body Image Issues! Jessi Kneeland (they/them) is a coach, writer, and speaker dedicated to helping people overcome the suffering associated with body anxiety, insecurity, and negativity, and to improve their relations…
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#75 - What Is Body Diversity & Why Does It Matter?
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This week we’re talking all about body diversity! We realized that we use this term frequently, but we’ve never talked about what it is, why it matters, or how you can start cultivating an appreciation for it. So that’s exactly what we’re doing in this episode! We had a great conversation, including: What body diversity is (and how bodies are like …
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#74 - Unpacking Diet Culture in the Dance World with Jenna Jozefowski
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This week, we’re talking to Jenna Jozefowski about diet culture in dance spaces... and so much more! Jenna Jozefowski helps active women learn to lift and get strong with equal parts challenge and compassion. She is a certified personal trainer & kettlebell instructor, Trauma Informed Weightlifting coach, dance teacher, yoga teacher, and semi-retir…
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"Deadly Mom Retreat" (Series Finale)
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It’s so haaaard to say goodbyyyye. Naomi and Megan sing us out as they take their last romp through the Lifetime twists and turns. Our final film is a Marvista gem titled “Deadly Mom Retreat.” This flick follows newly single mom Jules who jumps at the chance for some R&R when her new besties invite her to a singles wilderness retreat. After experie…
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#73 - Embodiment for Fat Folks with Melanie Losacco
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This week, we’re talking to Melanie Losacco about embodiment practices for fat folks! Melanie (she/hers) draws on her lived experience as a fat person as well as her professional background as a trauma informed somatic coach to help fat folx become more embodied. Outside of work she fills her days mom-ing, laughing with friends, binging trashy tv a…
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There’s a reason Naomi would rather call this next film Deadly Daughter instead of “Sinister Minister.” The murderous thriller follows single mother Trish, who falls for the charismatic minister, DJ. Finally, it seems Trish and her daughter will have the stable life they’ve always wanted. But DJ has a much more sinister agenda. Hosted on Acast. See…
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Naomi and Megan both agree high schools after hours are terrifying, and the film “Nightmare PTA Moms” has no shortage of afterschool events. This Lifetime drama follows the new mom in town, Gail, who joins the PTA hoping to get more involved at her daughter's new middle school. She quickly discovers this PTA is run by a power-hungry mom Vanessa who…
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Before jumping back into the nail-biting Lifetime dramas we love, Naomi and Megan drop in for a special announcement. There’s news to share and thanks to give. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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[REPLAY] #26 - Deconstructing Diet Culture Language: Authority, Discipline & Accountability
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[This week's episode is a replay because we're on vacation/having surgery! But we'll be back on July 26th with a brand new episode for you!] This week, we're deconstructing the common diet culture concepts of authority, discipline, and accountability. In particular, we're looking at: what systems are being upheld by these concepts how these concept…
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Lifetime Lessons Learned From Lifetime (Replay)
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Before Megan and Naomi dive back into the classic Lifetime thrillers, it's important to review the crucial Lifetime movie rules. That's why we're taking a look back at our 100th episode! It’s the 100th episode! And In honor of the hundreds of movies watched, Megan and Naomi take you down memory lane as they review the crucial Lifetime movie rules t…
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Did you know Naomi is less than six degrees separated from Anita Baker?! So much is revealed this episode as Megan and Noami cover the biopic “Toni Braxton: Unbreak My Heart.” This Lifetime original movie follows the Grammy award-winning singer's journey from discovery to stardom. Chronicling her untold story and the measures she took to keep herse…
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#72 - Yoga For Body Liberation with Vivian Selles
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This week, we’re talking to Vivian Selles about yoga as a path to body liberation in eating disorder recovery and beyond! Vivian Selles is an experienced registered yoga teacher and Yoga Alliance continuing education provider. Yoga is action, and Vivian cultivates positive change in the yoga community through her practice and teachings. Vivian’s in…
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Do you remember what you wanted to be when you grew up? Megan and Noami reminisce on childhood dreams of making it big after watching this episode’s film “Keyshia Cole: This is My Story,” told by the Grammy-nominated artist herself. This new biopic follows Keyshia through her early days in Oakland as she hones her musical talents to her rise as a m…
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Mary J. Blige’s “Real Love” and “Strength of a Woman”
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Megan and Noami are searching for the real love in these Lifetime films. That’s right, this week we cover not one but two films produced by the legendary R&B artist Mary J. Blige! Part 1 of the 2-part series “Real Love” follows 18-year-old Kendra during her first year at an HBCU in South Carolina. When she meets a guy named Ben in her Photography c…
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#71 - Unpacking a Real Life Experience of Medical Weight Stigma
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CW: medical weight stigma, BMI, bariatric surgery, and some discussion of restrictive post-surgical diets Last month, Naomi had a really difficult medical experience, and when she shared about it on Instagram, she got a lot of responses from people saying how helpful it was to hear how she navigated it. Unfortunately, experiences like these are way…
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Watch out for the new rap group “Cookies and Cream!” That’s right, Megan and Naomi are ready to start their own girl group after watching Lifetime’s “Salt-N-Pepa.” The self-titled biopic follows the journey of Queensborough Community College students Cheryl “Salt” James and Sandra “Pepa” Denton as they enter the world of rap and hip hop. Follow the…
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Megan and Naomi are playing it Crazy Sexy Cool in this episode as they chat about the cultural impact TLC had on their lives with the new Lifetime documentary premiere of “TLC Forever.” This documentary film follows the revolutionary top-selling American female group of all time, who broke boundaries, influenced an entire generation, and survived a…
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This week, we're busting 5 common anti-diet myths! In this episode we're talking about why being anti-diet definitely doesn't mean: Completely cutting out “diet” foods Avoiding workouts Hating fruits & veggies Always eating dessert Or always choosing to wear a bikini. Instead, we're breaking down what it really means to be anti-diet, and what quest…
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To close out Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we’re bringing back the Lifetime film “Secrets in the Family,” starring Asian American lead actress Maia Alvina. Ms. Alvina plays nurse Ana Garcia whose dream job takes a turn for the worse when her wealthy patient dies under mysterious circumstances. Being the new caretaker, she becomes …
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This week, Megan and Naomi get to see actor John Stamos like never before in the Lifetime throwback flick “Secrets of Eden.” This movie follows Stephen Drew (John Stamos) as a beloved pastor in the small town of Haverhill, Vermont. But, when parishioners Alice and George Hayward are found dead, dark secrets begin to surface. And the trusted ministe…
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#69 - Approaching Financial Conversations Through an Anti-Diet Lens
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This week, we're talking about all about the ways that conversations about financial freedom often overlap with conversations about food freedom, and how we can apply our anti-diet lens to our financial conversations. We had a great conversation, including: The way the privilege in conversations about financial freedom mirrors the privilege in conv…
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It’s almost Mother’s Day, the perfect time for Megan and Noami to cover a film that tests a mother’s love. This week the hosts get into “A Deadly Lullaby” following Olivia and Harry Davis. Just six months after the tragic passing of their newborn baby, the young couple is finally ready to rebuild their lives. But when Olivia meets glamorous Brooke …
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Revenge is definitely a dish best served cold in this episode covering “Mistress Hunter.” This Lifetime suspense film follows Jackie, a woman determined to make her husband pay for his affair. She decides to hire a professional mistress hunter to stop the relationship and carry out an elaborate plan for divorce. But when people start turning up dea…
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#68 - We Need to Talk About Ozempic & Wegovy
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This week, we’re talking about a very hot topic that has been requested of us multiple times - the weight loss drugs Ozempic & Wegovy (plus a little bit about Mounjaro & Saxenda)! Note: We are not registered dietitians, or doctors, or medical providers of any type, and this podcast does not constitute medical advice! Instead, this episode is more o…
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Megan and Naomi see all the red flags in the Lifetime premiere of “Her Finace’s Double Life.” This movie takes place when Assistant D.A. Darcy Young is invited to her parent’s country home to meet her sister’s new fiancé, Thomas Shure. Already dubious at the speed of her sister’s whirlwind romance, Darcy begins to notice suspicious behavior and bec…
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The hosts are screaming in excitement for the throwback Lifetime film “An Amish Murder” starring Neve Campbell! This murder mystery follows Kate Burkholder. After leaving the Amish life behind, Kate returns to her hometown seventeen years later as the new Chief of Police. But her renewed life is shattered when a murder investigation triggers deep-s…
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#67 - The Problems with Moderation, Food Freedom & Health as Anti-Diet Goals
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We've done several episodes now where we deconstruct diet culture language, but this week, we wanted to take a look at some phrases we see in anti-diet spaces that can actually still be upholding some diet culture ideals. In this episode, we're talking about the problems with how the concepts of moderation, food freedom, and health get used in anti…
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"Sleepwalking in Suburbia" (Replay)
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Don’t worry Naomi and Megan will be back next week with a brand new episode but for now, enjoy this rerun of the very first episode “Sleepwalking in Suburbia.” A housewife who suffers from sleepwalking finds herself in the middle of a sexual and bloody scandal in her suburban neighborhood. The hosts are joined by one of the film’s stars, Lucie Gues…
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They’re back! Megan and Naomi are together again with one of the most twisted love triangles in the Lifetime flick “Secrets in Suburbia.” In this Lifetime thriller Gloria is living the perfect life in quiet suburbia with her husband and two kids - or so she thought. When she suspects her husband of cheating on her with a close friend, strange thing…
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#66 - Unpacking Diet Culture in the Jewish Community with Asher M. Seruya
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This week, just in time for Passover, we’re talking to Asher M. Seruya, LMSW, a gender-queer social worker, psychotherapist, and illustrator specializing in trauma-informed care, weight-stigma, and eating disorder recovery. They have a special focus within their eating disorder work on Jewish identity, neurodivergent conditions, fatness, and queern…
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Ep 323 Revenge Porn Host of the sensational movie podcast “Ruined” joins Megan for “Revenge Porn” and not in the way you think. Eighteen-year-old Peyton Harris's life is turned upside down when her private photos are posted on a revenge porn website. To protect her daughter at all costs, Peyton’s mother launches her own full-scale investigation to …
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While Naomi is prepping for her upcoming wedding Megan is joined by the perfect guest to review “Betrayed By My Husband,” her very own husband CJ! In this Lifetime movie, Gabrielle is devastated by the loss of her husband Parker after a tragic kayaking accident on during an anniversary trip. When suspicious details surface around his death Gabriell…
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#65 - Navigating Weight Stigma at the Doctor's Office with Ragen Chastain
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This week, we’re talking to Ragen Chastain, a speaker, writer, researcher, Board Certified Patient Advocate, multi-certified health and fitness professional, and thought leader in weight science, weight stigma, health, and healthcare. Utilizing her background in research methods and statistics, Ragen has brought her signature mix of humor and hard …
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After watching the wedding nightmare, “Betrayed by My Bridesmaid,” Naomi is thanking her lucky stars she does not have any bridesmaids for her upcoming nuptials. Katie and Tom are full of excitement as they plan their dream wedding. When Katie’s troubled and unreliable sister, Connie, gets out of rehab, Katie reluctantly includes Connie in her brid…
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Take a ride as Megan and Naomi see a lot of firsts this episode. Check out the film “Sins & Seduction” with the first hot minister and first hot parishioner. When progressive minister Leslie Reynolds welcomes a seemingly sweet couple into her church, she suddenly finds herself entangled in the deadly obsession of a handsome new parishioner. Hosted …
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#64 - Deconstructing Diet Culture Language: Reframing 5 More Diet Culture Phrases
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This week, we're deconstructing 5 more common phrases that perpetuate diet culture. In this installment, we're covering: "I have to exercise for X minutes for it to count/Only X counts as exercise." "I've been bad." "Off the wagon" "Strong is the new skinny." "I exercise so I can eat/drink X" We're breaking down the ways these phrases can cause har…
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After the centennial episode, it’s only right to get into an ultimate throwback Thursday flick, “The Woman Who Sinned.” A woman contemplates having an affair, leading her into a web of deceit, suspense, and murder. Starring the one and only Susan Lucci! Tune in because you might just see how far back the Lifetime movies rules go. Hosted on Acast. S…
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It’s the 100th episode! And in honor of the hundreds of movies watched, Megan and Naomi take you down memory lane as they review the crucial Lifetime movie rules to live by. Join as they recount iconic movie faux pas like running up and not out, walking alone in dark parking garages, or moving back home to the town where you were almost murdered al…
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#63 - The Importance of Inclusive Activewear for Plus-Size Kids with Pam Luk, Found of Ember & Ace
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This week, we’re talking to Pam Luk, founder of Ember & Ace, an athletic wear brand for plus size kids. Growing up playing sports, Pam learned firsthand the importance of finding active wear that fits. Not finding it is one of the main reasons kids quit sports. Pam launched Ember & Ace exclusively for plus size kids with a focus on comfort and perf…
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This week we are getting into the Valentine’s Day spirit with “The Wrong Valentine.” Emily, a bright young student, doesn't have the easiest time making friends. And despite her birthday being on Valentine's Day, she has yet to find a guy, let alone a Valentine of her own. But, as luck would have it, the new boy at school has his eye on her and cou…
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"Gwen Shamblin: Starving for Success"
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Black leading ladies of Lifetime come first, ‘periodt.’ But Megan and Naomi could not pass up the opportunity to gossip about an outlandish mega-church leader! This week we take a quick break from our Black History Month celebration to cover “Gwen Shamblin: Starving for Salvation.” The irresistible Gwen Shamblin rose to power as head of the Souther…
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#62 - Making Movement Sustainable by Lowering the Bar
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It's the first week of February, which means we're right at the time when almost 70% of folks will give up on their new year's resolutions....not because they lack willpower or dedication, but because the goals they set for themselves were simply not sustainable. So if you're one of the many people who might be reassessing the movement routine you …
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In celebration of Black History Month, I Love a Lifetime Movie is kicking off Lifetime while Black series covering films starring Black leading ladies! This week Naomi and Megan get into the Lifetime original “Line Sisters.” Four sisters of the Alpha Beta Omega sorority reunite at a Black Greek weekend getaway held on the Outer Banks of North Carol…
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There’s nothing like a condo drama, and Megan and Noami get into the thick of it with “Secrets in the Building.” Following the death of her husband, Michelle and her daughter, Norah, move into a new condo for a fresh start. Unfortunately, they quickly discover that their fresh start has become a new nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
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#61 - What's Wrong With the American Academy of Pediatrics Guidelines for Higher-Weight Children with Anna Lutz
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*Content Warning: This week's episode contains use of the O-word, as well as discussion of weight loss surgery.* Earlier this month, the American Academy of Pediatrics released a new guideline document containing weight loss recommendations for children as young as two years old. So this week, we are talking to Anna Lutz, MPH, RD, LDN, CEDRD-S abou…
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Megan and Naomi jump back into the thrillers of Lifetime with “Sex, Lies, and Murder.” Maggie is the sole survivor of the famed serial killer Cordell Colton and turned her tragedy into triumph with a best-selling novel and tenured professorship in criminal psychology. When her husband is caught cheating with a student, her life starts to fall apart…
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There is no better way to get into the new year than to dig into the Lifetime movie crates. This week Megan and Naomi dust off a Tori Spelling film, “Mind Over Murder.” Holly Winters is an unhappy-in-love prosecuting attorney. After suffering a serious head injury, she gains the psychic power to read minds and decides to use this new-found power to…
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#60 - Including Farmworkers in Our Anti-Diet Work with Dr. Hortencia Jimenez
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*Content Warning: This week's episode contains references to sexual assault.* This week, we’re talking to Dr. Hortencia Jimenez. Dr. Jimenez is from huichol ancestry, she was born in the Sierra Madre in the state of Nayarit, Mexico and immigrated to the United States with her paternal grandmother and aunt. She holds a BA, MA, and Ph.D in Sociology …
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"Harry & Megan: A Royal Romance" (Replay)
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Happy New Year! While Megan and Naomi recharge for the new year they hope you will enjoy reliving the royal romance with the Lifetime original “Harry & Meghan: A Royal Romance.” A moment-by-moment retelling of the meeting and courtship of the two royal lovebirds who just won’t stop making headlines! Megan and Naomi look back at how this drama all b…
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