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Becca Whittaker
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What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Inner Martial Arts: Exploring Nervous System Regulation in Autism and Trauma with Holly Bridges
Inner Martial Arts: Exploring Nervous System Regulation in Autism and Trauma with Holly BridgesIn this revealing episode of the 'What Really Makes a Difference' podcast, Dr. Becca Whittaker and her guest, Holly Bridges, uncover the transformative power of nervous system regulation for individuals suffering from trauma, autism, PTSD, and more. Through a mix of personal narrative and professional expertise, the conversation enlighten us on how regulating the nervous system can profoundly influence health, vitality, and recovery. Holly shares her journey and insights into developing the Anxiety Reframe Technique and the...
2024-05-07
1h 32
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Clarifying Perspectives in Navigating Caregiving with Aaron Blight
This episode delves into the often challenging and transformative journey of caregiving, featuring Aaron Blight, founder of Caregiving Kinetics and an internationally renowned consultant on caregiving, aging, and healthcare. Aaron Blight, recognized as one of the top 100 healthcare leaders, shares his personal journey into caregiving following a sudden need to care for a loved one, highlighting the profound impact it had on his family's life and career. He walks us through the emotional and operational aspects of caregiving while offering us insights and perspectives along the way, including how role changes within the family affect us, offering strategies...
2024-04-30
58 min
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Diaphragm Strength, Breath and Beyond: A Life of Adventure and Resilience with William Comer
In this engaging episode, Dr Becca converses with guest William Comer as they delve into the essence of leading a vibrant and healthy lifestyle. From Dr. Whittaker's journey towards discovering the impact of diaphragm strength on overall well-being to Comer's diverse experiences in teaching, real estate, and various physical activities, the conversation covers the broad spectrum of health. They explore the transformational benefits of using the 'breather apparatus' for diaphragm strength, contributing to improved respiratory health, enhanced vocal tone, and better physical performance. Comer also shares his advocacy for a life filled with vitality, the significance of movement...
2024-04-23
1h 20
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Fostering Resiliency with Cindy Jones
In this episode we learn alongside Cindy Jones, a veteran mental health therapist specializing in trauma, to discuss practical tools and insights for fostering resiliency and regulating the nervous system. Cindy shares her personal journey of turning a professional challenge into an innovative solution, leading to the creation of the Bi-Tapp device, which harnesses bilateral stimulation to help individuals manage their anxiety, stress, and trauma recovery more effectively. She explains the concept of the window of tolerance, highlighting the importance of understanding our nervous system's reactions to stress and offering practical strategies for returning to a state of...
2024-04-16
1h 09
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Deep Healing: Body-Mind Connection, Psychedelics, and Emotional Wisdom with Shuna Morelli
In this rich and engaging episode, we meet Shuna Morelli, the creator of the Body-Mind Bridge Institute, and explore the fascinating interplay between natural healing, the body's wisdom, and the power of psychedelics for deep emotional and physical healing. Shuna shares her comprehensive journey, starting as a high school teacher, evolving into a licensed hypnotherapist and massage therapist, to ultimately founding the Body-Mind Bridge Institute. Through her journey and written work, including titles like 'What if Symptoms Are Your Friend?', Shuna advocates for tuning into and interpreting the body's signals as a pathway to healing. She delves into h...
2024-04-09
1h 17
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
A Fulfilling Yoga Practice, A Master Teacher, and A Cup of Nourishment with Tara Kephart
In this episode I talk with Tara Kephart, a multifaceted yoga instructor and wellness advocate. The discussion explores Becca's personal health challenges, the transformative power of yoga, and practical approaches to health and vitality. Tara shares her unique philosophy on teaching yoga, underlining the significance of creating an inviting atmosphere for both the masculine and feminine experiences. They discuss the importance of ancient wisdom, the art of surrender within yoga, and integrating practical tools like bone broth and infrared saunas into daily wellness routines. This episode is packed with insights on embracing ancient practices for modern health, empowering...
2024-04-02
1h 16
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Great Tips for Growing a Successful, Fun, and Sustainable Garden with William DeMille
Join us in a groundbreaking journey into the world of regenerative gardening with master gardener William DeMille. William shares his invaluable expertise on soil regeneration, sustainable practices, and the transformative power of gardening here as we discover the essentials of soil health, the magic of microbial-rich compost, and practical tips for nurturing your garden. Delve into William's educational program that empowers students through personal gardening projects aimed at addressing societal issues and promoting climate regeneration. This session is not just about gardening; it's a comprehensive guide to cultivating skills, health, vitality, and a deeper connection to our...
2024-03-26
1h 27
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Strengthening Your Pelvic Floor and Body Alignment Like a Badass Does with Lindsay Mumma DC
Think it’s normal to pee your pants *just a little*? Let’s think that over again. :)Join us for a compelling conversation with Dr Lindsay Mumma, DC, an expert renowned for her holistic approach to health, who focuses on the often-overlooked areas of pelvic floor, and posture / kinematic chain alignment. Discover the profound impacts of pelvic floor dysfunction on overall wellness, alongside innovative methods for rehabilitation and maintenance through posture, breathing, and specialized exercises. Dr Mumma shares her journey and insights into treating conditions related to pregnancy, pediatrics, and middle-aged women (and men), debu...
2024-03-19
1h 22
THIS HEALING FEELING
6. Healing from Within with Dr Becca Whittaker – Chiropractor, Speaker, Podcast Host and Survivor
Dr Becca Whittaker is a Chiropractor, public speaker, and survivor. She has been through the trenches of life, illness, and recovery and is still living the story of healing and self-love to heal herself from within. Coming back from multiple debilitating illnesses that nearly cost her everything, she began to understand the conundrum of being a patient and began outreach to help on a whole different level. Join us in this compelling episode of "Healing from Within" as we delve into the inspiring journey of Dr. Becca Whittaker, a remarkable individual who has triumphed over adversity to become a beacon...
2024-03-18
1h 16
This Healing Feeling
6. Healing from Within with Dr Becca Whittaker - Chiropractor, Speaker, Podcast Host and Survivor
Dr Becca Whittaker is a Chiropractor, public speaker, and survivor. She has been through the trenches of life, illness, and recovery and is still living the story of healing and self-love to heal herself from within. Coming back from multiple debilitating illnesses that nearly cost her everything, she began to understand the conundrum of being a patient and began outreach to help on a whole different level. Join us in this compelling episode of "Healing from Within" as we delve into the inspiring journey of Dr. Becca Whittaker, a remarkable individual who has triumphed over adversity to become a...
2024-03-18
1h 16
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
The Good, Bad, and Super Ugly of Psychedelic &, Plant Medicines: Journey with Master Coach Kole Whitty
Sit with Kole Whitty in part 2 of this conversation as she takes us on a deep dive into the world of psychedelics and plant medicine/teachers, exploring their role in mental health, personal development, and traditional cultures. With 15 years of experience, Kole emphasizes the critical aspects of set, setting, and experienced facilitation to offer a more safe and transformative experience. She sheds light on the cultural practices of introducing plant teachers in South American communities and the implications on mental health and societal perceptions. Key topics include the responsible use of psychedelics across different ages, and the...
2024-03-12
1h 46
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Navigating Change, Transformation and Integration: The Condor Approach with Kole Whitty
In this engaging episode we sit with transformative coach and speaker, Kole Whitty, to delve into the intricacies of health, personal growth, and the healing journey beyond traditional modalities. Dr. Becca shares her own health crisis that led her to realize the continuous nature of the healing process, while Kole opens up about her challenging journey from trauma and drug abuse to becoming a leading figure in personal and spiritual development. This episode introduces the 'Condor Approach,' a program designed by Kole and her husband, which focuses on integration and support during life's transitions and transformations, not...
2024-03-05
1h 00
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Sourdough and Sustainability with Abigail Levie
In today’s episode we get to hear stories and insights from Abigail Levie, a young entrepreneur in the health and baking sector. Abigail tells the story of founding Abigail's Oven Sourdough Bakery, a business she started at the age of 10. Thanks to her sourdough preparation methods and the way she chooses her flour suppliers her bread is much friendlier for gluten-sensitive individuals, including her father and so many of us.. Abigail went on to learn about agriculture and soil science, and she now seeks to connect farmers to resources that can aid in sustainable farming. This episode em...
2024-02-27
47 min
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Humans: Earth's greatest CARETAKERS? Regenerative gardening and worry-free-eating with William DeMille
Wondering what is actually in , on, or missing from your food? How can we get what we need for health when healthy food seems expensive, soils are depleted, and so much food (especially in the US) is sprayed with chemicals we know are bad for us, or animals are raised in unhealthy environments and pumped with chemicals themselves? YOU ARE FAR FROM ALONE in asking these questions, and William Demille is on the show today to share insights related to all of it. He is a master regenerative gardener and the creator o...
2024-02-20
1h 21
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Meditation, Mindfulness, and Powerful Emotions: Less Suffering Required with Yael Shy
Meditation, Mindfulness, and Powerful Emotions, Less Suffering Required with Yael ShyEnjoy a deep dive into mindfulness and emotional processing with Yael Shy, exploring how meditation can help us create more peace in our internal lives and to live more fully in the present moment. As the founder of Mindful NYU, the largest campus-based mindfulness initiative in the country, an author, speaker, and coach in the realm of meditation and mindfulness, she is more than equipped to teach and does so with a lot of understanding and perspective. She walks u...
2024-02-13
1h 34
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Foot strength, Balance, and Vitality with Tom Michaud, DC
In this comprehensive discussion, acclaimed biomechanics expert Dr. Tom Michaud underscores the crucial role of foot strength in health and well-being. As a chiropractor that has worked with multiple Olympians, he knows his stuff, but it doesn’t only apply to Olympians. You and me, those exercising or wishing they could do it more safely, and for ages teen to elderly can all find something engaging in this conversation. He outlines the significance of foot, leg, lower back and diaphragmatic strengthening in enhancing balance, averting falls, and its links with conditions such as plantar fasciitis and low back pai...
2024-02-06
1h 18
Life After Breath
LAB - A Conversation with Dr. Becca Whittaker
Today we are in the LAB with the amazing Dr. Becca Whittaker. She walks us through her amazing stories of finding wellness in her life and incorporating breathing in order to stay present. She reminds us, through her own practices, how important it is for us to matter to ourselves and truly care for ourselves. I'm so grateful for Becca and the opportunity to hear and then share her amazing wisdom.Early in the podcast, I recommend the fun book Bartimaeus: The Amulet of Samarkand, by Jonathan StroudLater, Becca references a quote of Glennon...
2024-02-03
1h 03
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Nutrients and Amino Acids in Enhancing Mental Health with Dr Koby Taylor, PharmD
Dr. Koby Taylor, a pharmacist from Southern Utah, shares insights into his health approach that puts emphasis on nutrient deficiencies and how they impact mental health. He talks about the effects of these deficiencies on the body's chemistry, shedding light on how they influence the need for medications. Dr. Koby stresses the importance of amino acids derived from proteins, which are essential components of neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine, and their significance in how we feel in a day...or in a life. He also shares insights on how we take in and absorb nutrients, or how we...
2024-01-30
1h 18
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Unlocking Body Wisdom for Healing, Trauma Release, and Injury Prevention with Dr Liz Letchford
In this interview we connect with Dr. Liz Letchford, an expert in biomechanics, kinesiology, and athletic training, as she talks about her unique approach to guiding people to reconnect with their bodies and heal from trauma. She unpacks the concept of proprioceptive awareness, or body's ability to sense itself (the sixth sense), and shares how an increased awareness of the body can lead to many benefits like less injury, greater control, and stronger emotional resilience. From her personal experience and training as a dominatrix as well, she has developed techniques for taking individuals on a journey of exploring t...
2024-01-23
1h 26
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
The Powerful Tool of Nervous System Regulation with Amanda Nova
The Powerful Tool of Nervous System Regulation with guest Amanda NovaIn this episode we get to collaborate with Amanda Nova as she shares ways to regulate the nervous system, as well as WHY that is a good idea in the first place, and what can easily landslide in our health if we get out of balance. Amanda is an expert in nervous system regulation and a holistic health practitioner, sharing practical tools and wisdom on health vitality, stress management, hormone balance, and gut health. We also discuss how chronic stress can lead to p...
2024-01-16
1h 09
Spandex & Wine
Lyme's Disease, Chiropractic Care, Functional Medicine & Genuine Friends w/ Dr Becca Whittaker
Today's episode had me tearing up and feeling a huge sense of gratitude for my health & all my wonderful friends and family. THANK YOU!Dr Becca Whittaker is a Doctor of Chiropractic Care that found herself as a patient after very scary symptoms surfacing in her body. Listen as she shares her story of seeking alternative solutions to treat Lyme's disease and how it transformed her life, her practice and her relationships. A big thank you to Dr Becca for being vulnerable, real & raw.Dr Becca is also the host of "What Really Makes a...
2024-01-16
46 min
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Daymakers with Dr Becca: Get in the water!
Ryan Gosling was right! (No surprise there…) Let’s talk about getting IN THE WATER as a serious help in feeling more vitality and health in our bodies. Today Dr. Becca explains how moving in water can make a big difference in reducing chronic pain and more. Admittedly, there are lots of valid reasons why we don’t…so let’s talk about those, too!Then we move, as always, to the WHY of what things make a difference. Travel with us through the lymphatic system, sensation, attention, and neurology, and how the...
2024-01-09
25 min
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Becoming Ourselves and Deepening our Spiritual Connection with Michelle Norris
Michelle is a former corporate warrior, trained chef and multipotentialite whose own health issues and battles with traditional medical doctrine inspired her to upend the way the world tackles health, wellness and prosperity.She soon became one of Paleo’s most outspoken evangelists, then co-founded and is CEO of Paleo f(x)™, the largest Paleo event in the world.She is also the co-author of Primal Uprising, and co-founder of Primal Alchemy, both created to optimize health, expand consciousness and reclaim our freedom. She’s a highly sought after and passionate speaker, motivator and guiding light to those seeking...
2024-01-02
1h 11
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Weight loss, breathwork, and addiction with Julia Christine
What really makes a difference in weight loss? And is healthy weight loss really about the weight or the dress size.. or is it about much more than that? Some of these answers you know or can guess. And…today’s show is guaranteed to give you a few things to think about no matter what size you are. Julia Christine is a health and nutrition coach that has transitioned into complete wellness coaching. Her approach to weight loss is less about the dress size and more about the mental health involved. She couldn’t deny h...
2023-12-26
1h 10
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Hormones and what affects them, pt. 2 with Dr. Jon Romney, ND
Hormones! What helps or hurts them? More than you may know! In this episode we build on part one and explore how cortisol, gut, liver, mindset, food, and some medical or herbal medicine may hurt or restore hormone balance. Time to dive in!Testosterone…Responsible for FAR MORE than just sex drive! Who wouldn’t want enough of this!6:20 What destroys testosterone in frogs, as well as men and women…and it is in more of your food than you think8:47 Does marijuana use affect testosterone? What a...
2023-12-19
1h 05
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Vitality and Stress with Dr Jon Romney, ND
In part one with Jon Romney, ND he shares his journey into naturopathic medicine and what it is really like as a practitioner working with complicated cases that require more than traditional eastern or western medicine alone. (Some patients require teamwork of perspective and tools!) We learn where to look as the basics of health, more about how chronic stress may be affecting gut, liver, brain and hormonal function, and lay the building blocks for part 2 in our conversation, which covers the ins and outs of our hormones , how they affect us, and how to help them balance.
2023-12-13
51 min
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
How Cranial-Sacral alignment affects mood and health with Dr Judy Caldwell, DO
01:05 How Dr Judy helped me walk and balance again, a stunning reality on the way to the bathroom04:40 Different types of Cranial-sacral training06:33 An osteopathic (and chiropractic) philosophy of medicine: the body possesses self-regulatory and self-healing mechanisms, and how those structures are working (or not) is deeply tied to its function (or dys-function)10:43 Dr Judy’s journey through becoming a doctor, veteran, and clinician that noticed how much structure and movement mattered, and eventually a teacher of future doctors.17:00 how hands-on doctors lea...
2023-12-13
1h 04
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Acceptance, Boundaries, and Play with Adrianne Anning
Get ready for a powerful perspective as Adrianne walks us through her journey of "over-productiveness" and "old-rusted-gate sorts of boundaries", through a massive health loss and into a time of great healing. Join us for her vulnerable and insightful views on boundaries, acceptance, play, and vitality... a conversation worth listening to more than once. 3:13 How Adrianne’s creativity quieted a rambunctious group of teens…with Becca inside it.7:37 Are we really responsible for other people’s healing and decisions? Does it make me enough? “Fixing” as a trauma response11:21 Bou...
2023-12-13
1h 15
What Really Makes a Difference: Empowering health and vitality
Trailer: from doctor to patient, walking each other home
Who I am , and what you can expect to welcome into your life when you hit play!
2023-11-25
01 min
Bigger Than Capes
Issue #22 - An Interview With Mat Groom
A bonus episode! This episode is Zach's interview with writer Mat Groom, they're discussing Mat's Kickstarter campaign for Inferno Girl Red, in which he's collaborating with Erica D'Urso, Igor Monti, Kyle Higgins and Becca Carey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-28
45 min
Make a Difference
Face Masks and School Leavers
Becca Bryers guides you through surprising stories of communities across England pulling together during these uncertain times, drawn from across BBC Local Radio.This episode:- De Montfort University contour fashion student Disha, is putting her sewing skills to good use making reusable face masks at home in India.- Five-year-old Isaac from Belper and his granny Mhairi have been raising money for charity with a new book, which has a "stay at home" message.- Becky, a pregnant NHS worker from Nottingham shares how her faith in humanity was restored...
2020-07-22
26 min
The Print Podcast
Damage, disengagement, and Doctor Who
In this episode of The Print Podcast, Editor-in-Chief of The Print Kerry Maxwell sits down with Becca Billis, Daniele Accurso and Liam Pape to discuss three articles from issue 26. Becca Billis: The Plastic Problem Daniele Accurso: Jodie Whittaker as Doctor Who Liam Pape: QMSU's Autumn Elections In light of Queen Mary launching their university challenge applications this week, Kerry nicked some of the questions from the test form and quizzes Daniele and Becca to see if they would be suitable candidates to represent the brightest at QM on TV. Spoiler alert: they...
2018-11-02
18 min