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Espresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritEven When ‘They’ Don’t Approve…What happens when your dreams don’t fit their blueprint? Today, we’re talking about carving your own path — even when they doubt you, judge you, or flat-out don’t approve.2025-05-2356 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#150: Medical Care Without Weight Stigma with Size-Inclusive Physician, Dr. Mara GordonThe first 45 minutes of this conversation are FREE! Listen to the extended version of this episode when you subscribe to Patreon here. (or go to: www.patreon.com/fullplate) Dr. Mara Gordon joins the pod to share what it means to be a size-inclusive physician and why it’s time to rethink weight in medicine. We discuss why it’s harmful to center medical care on a patient’s weight, the stigma and negative health consequences of medical providers prescribing intentional weight loss, how to advocate for yourself with your physician, declining to be weighed at the d...2025-01-1352 minShaun Attwoods True Crime PodcastShaun Attwoods True Crime PodcastJAY Z BEYONCE, DIDDY TAYLOR SWIFT & THE CLUB | LIVE with Prof Hamamoto - Part 3 | Attwood Unleashed 279Watch Prof Hamamoto Part 1 https://youtube.com/live/MquzCWf0dws Watch Prof Hamamoto Part 2 https://youtube.com/live/QwSUZPNfdco Hamamoto on YouTube:    / @professorhamamoto  ET Visitors Now & Ancient Alien Invasions - Paul Wallis Part 2    • ET Visitors Now & Ancient Alien Invas...  Prof. Darrell Hamamoto, who is an American writer, academic, and specialist in U.S. media and ethnic studies. Professors Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/share/hZajgC... Follow P Diddys latest:    • P Diddy  #pdiddy #puffdaddy #truecrime #news #youtubenews #podcast #livestream #youtube  Here are Hamamoto's recommended books: Can’t Stop Won...2024-12-131h 16The Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#144: Rethinking ARFID as Neurodivergence and Raising "Picky Eaters" with Kevin Green (of @kevindoesarfid)Were you labeled a "picky eater" growing up? Or are you raising a child with sensory preferences, feeding differences, or neurodivergence? In this episode, we’re diving deep into Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), its connection to neurodivergence, and the misconceptions surrounding so-called “picky eaters.” We also discuss the intense pressure parents face from diet culture and social media, the impact of disembodying feeding practices on kids, and why “normal” eating doesn’t exist. You'll hear more about... what is ARFID and how is it diagnosed? the three main subtypes of ARFID Kevin's lived experi...2024-12-021h 03Espresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritStopping Bad Habits and Creating Good OnesReady to break free from bad habits and build better ones? In this episode, we dive into the power of intentional action. We all know which behaviors serve us and which don't, but it's all about choosing the right actions to support your goals. Join us as we explore how to stop self-destructive habits and replace them with positive, sustainable changes. It’s time to take control of your actions and create the future you want!2024-11-2946 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#143: "What If I'm Just Uncomfortable Being Fat?" with Therapist Edie Stark and Fat Activist Sharon Maxwell (Part Two)“I believe in body liberation and anti-diet culture. But what if I’m just uncomfortable being fat?” This is a free preview of this week’s bonus episode, and truly, it’s not to be missed. It just might be my favorite conversation we’ve had yet on this podcast. This is the second part of a conversation with Therapist Edie Stark and Fat Activist Sharon Maxwell, and we’re answering a very important – very hard – listener question.  To listen to the full conversation, you can upgrade to paid on Patreon: www.patreon.com/fullplate The full que...2024-11-2514 minShaun Attwoods True Crime PodcastShaun Attwoods True Crime PodcastDiddy Private Investigators Showed Up At My House! | Attwood Unleashed 256Video Credit Samson Crouppen:    • Private investigators sent by Diddy t...  Meet Samson Crouppen, comedian, actor, and TikTok sensation with a knack for turning life’s quirks into laugh-out-loud moments. Known for his viral sketches and relatable humor, Samson has captivated audiences worldwide. Don’t miss his Amazon comedy special, where he brings his unique wit and charm to the stage, delivering non-stop laughs. ———————— Samsons links below: Tik Tok : https://www.tiktok.com/@secretservice... IG:   / samsoncrouppen  Amazon special: https://www.comedydynamics.com/catalo... Twitter : https://x.com/samsoncrouppen?s=21&t=w... YouTube channel:    / @samsoncrouppen  ———————...2024-11-231h 15Shaun Attwoods True Crime PodcastShaun Attwoods True Crime PodcastDiddy & Intelligence Part 2 | LIVE with Prof Hamamoto | Attwood Unleashed 246Watch Diddy & Intelligence Part 1 https://youtube.com/live/MquzCWf0dws Hamamoto on YouTube:    / @professorhamamoto  ET Visitors Now & Ancient Alien Invasions - Paul Wallis Part 2    • ET Visitors Now & Ancient Alien Invas...  Prof. Darrell Hamamoto, who is an American writer, academic, and specialist in U.S. media and ethnic studies. Professors Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/share/hZajgC... Follow P Diddys latest:    • P Diddy  #pdiddy #puffdaddy #truecrime #news #youtubenews #podcast #livestream #youtube  Here are Hamamoto's recommended books: Can’t Stop Won’t Stop: A History of the Hip-Hop Genera...2024-11-131h 33The Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#141: Processed Foods, Nutrition Misinformation, and the Elitism of Wellness with Shana Spence, RD (@thenutritiontea)Shana Spence, a registered dietitian (who you might know as @thenutritiontea on social media), joins the pod to bust myths about processed foods and to discuss how family, culture, privilege, and societal influences shape our relationship with food. Listen Ad-Free on Patreon! We recorded this conversation before the election, but given the outcome, we're going to see an influx of misinformation about wellness, health, and nutrition -- so this episode feels timely. Shana shares how her initial career path and disordered eating fueled her decision to become a dietitian, and reflects on how...2024-11-111h 03The Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#127: How We Find Our Way: Yasmine Cheyenne on Self-Forgiveness, Red Flags, and ComparisonDon't MISS this one! Yasmine Cheyenne joins the pod this week to help us heal as we walk some of our most challenging paths: self-forgiveness, people-pleasing, unhealthy relationships, and comparison. Yasmine helps us navigate the inevitability of the human experience: from how we can make certain choices to prevent ourselves from the suffering that stems from perfectionism, to the red flags that lead to painful and repetitive cycles, and how we can learn to put ourselves first.  Some topics we get into: Setting boundaries to protect yourself from burnout  Yasmine’s new...2024-07-2955 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#126: This Sh*t Is Hard: Is Recovery Even Worth It?This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit abbieattwoodwellness.substack.comNOTE: This is a free preview of a bonus episode. You can hear the full episode on Substack if you're a paid subscriber. The podcast audio will say Patreon for the paid content, but we’ve moved to Substack!In this special bonus episode, Abbie and her husband talk through a listener question about healing and recovery, and whether all the hardship -- including divesting from diet culture in a world that is still very much steeped in diet cu...2024-07-2209 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#122: Virginia Sole-Smith on Parenting in the Age of Diet CultureVirginia Sole-Smith joins me on this revisited episode to talk about one of the most difficult, yet most important, pieces of healing from the effects of diet culture: Not passing it on to the next generation. Virginia is such an important voice on raising kids in an anti-diet and weight-inclusive way, on confronting anti-fatness as a parent, and looking back to our own upbringing. She is also a talented writer and journalist (I highly recommend both of her books!) and I highly recommend her podcast, Burnt Toast. There is something for everyone in this episode. Bec...2024-06-241h 17The Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#121: Belonging Versus Conforming: Your Body Is Not Your Forever Project with Savala NolanOn a revisited conversation -- one that left a lasting impact on me -- the incredible Savala Nolan joins us to talk about belonging versus conforming, understanding the body as our home, and how to walk away from a lifetime of disordered eating. Savala is warm, funny, kind, smart as hell, and she will blow your mind open when she explains really hard, complex, and nuanced topics. I felt so at home speaking with her, and I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. Our conversation covers… Growing up with many du...2024-06-171h 24The Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#117: The Truth About Weight-Loss Drugs: Q&A on GLP-1s with Ragen ChastainThis is a free preview of a bonus episode. To listen to the full conversation, you'll need to be a paid supporter on Patreon. Join the Full Plate Patreon right here! Ragen Chastain is back for part two with us this week. This time, we continue our "is being fat bad for your health?" conversation by answering your questions about GLP-1s. We chat about the current hype around weight-loss drugs, how they "work" (or don't), and the truth about their risks and side effects. If you haven't listened to part one of...2024-05-1305 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#113: We Don't Need to "Define a Waist" with Dacy Gillespie, Anti-Diet Personal Stylist"Dress for your body type", "define your waist", and "only wear what is flattering". How about...no.  As our bodies change (as they will continue to do throughout our life), many of us are met with barriers to body acceptance. And our clothes are a massive part of that. But they can also be a pivotal part of our liberation. Tune in to this week's episode to hear my conversation with Dacy Gillespie, a weight-inclusive anti-diet personal stylist. We untangle the mess of our closets, dismantle from patriarchal ideas of fashion, and challenge our sense o...2024-04-151h 05The Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#111: All About Acid Reflux & Supporting Your Digestive System Without RestrictionThis is free preview of a paywalled episode, which is available to our wonderful supporters on Patreon. To listen to the full episode, you can upgrade to paid on Patreon!   This episode is an answer to a question submitted on Patreon from Erica, who asked: “How can I manage my acid reflux without restriction? I've been told over and over that I should eliminate certain foods, but just thinking about restricting is triggering me. Other than limiting my caffeine intake I'm really trying not to cut out any specific foods because honestly I kno...2024-04-0109 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#109: "Good for a Girl": Lauren Fleshman on Building a Better Future for Female AthletesThis week we are joined by the incredible Lauren Fleshman, New York Times bestselling author of "Good for a Girl", to discuss the systemic ways that our sports culture fails women and girls, and how we can create a better future for the next generation of female athletes.  We dive into how the natural and expected changes in a young women’s body during adolescence are met with misunderstanding and pathology, and how the sports systems that girls and women find themselves in are built by men, for men and boys. They don’t currently account for or su...2024-03-181h 08Espresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritUnlocking The Sustainable Weight Loss Mentality (99% get this wrong)🌟 Discover the secrets behind the winning thought process and attitude that leads to successful weight loss and long-term results. In this video, we'll delve into the powerful principles of remaining humble, grateful, and hungry (the new meaning of HGH 😆) throughout your transformation journey.🤔 Are you one of the three types of people when it comes to weight loss?1️⃣ Those who let prior defeats stop them from pursuing their goals?2️⃣ Those who achieve success but let their ego get in the way, resting on their laurels?3️⃣ Those who stay humble and hungry in harmony, ensuring...2024-03-1233 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#108: Nourishing an Anti-Diet Pregnancy with Bri CusterThere is a special brand of diet and wellness culture that comes for you when you're pregnant. From the “permission” for your body to change, to pressure around food choices, to beauty standards for pregnant people, we're getting into it all.  Artist Bri Custer joins the pod to share, vulnerably, about what pregnancy has been like as she heals from a lifetime of disordered eating, and works towards a peaceful relationship with her body. Bri is so special to me as a human being, a friend, and a client. She has done so much reflection around these topic...2024-03-111h 20Espresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritMastering Weight Loss With A Busy ScheduleStruggling with weight loss amidst a hectic schedule? Don't worry, we've got your back! In this video, we'll delve into the art of staying on track and achieving your dream body transformation. Learn how intentionality and presence can be your secret weapons in the battle of the bulge. Discover the benefits of unplugging from electronics for the first and last 30 minutes of your day, turning off distracting notifications, and setting boundaries to get some precious "you time." Listen now and unlock the keys to a healthier, happier you! 2024-02-2751 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#106: PCOS Without Shame: A Non-Diet & Trauma-Informed Approach with Kimmie Singh, RDThis week I am so thrilled to be joined by Kimmie Singh, RD to discuss PCOS: what it is, common misconceptions, why medical providers are so confused about it, its relationship to disordered eating, how to take a weight-inclusive and trauma-informed approach, and more. We also get into the nuances of weight and health in general around diagnosis and treatment, trusting your body and intuition, and navigating weight-centric recommendations for managing symptoms. Beyond just PCOS, we talk about grief, particularly expected and anticipated grief. I hope you get as much out of this...2024-02-261h 04Espresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritHow to Stay Focused When Your Goals Get Hard🎯 Stay focused to crush your goals when S#!T gets tough and things don’t go your way… In this episode, we dive deep into the art of staying laser-focused when those goals start to feel like a steep climb. 🏔️ It's not always smooth sailing, but we've got your back with a step-by-step guide to keep your eye on the prize!Step 1️⃣: Leave the past behind 🎒 - Only pack what serves you on this journey to success.Step 2️⃣: Know what you want 🌟 - Craft a crystal-clear vision to steer your path....2024-02-131h 10The Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#103: Meal Planning Is Pulling Me Back Into RestrictionThis is free preview of a paywalled episode, which is available to our wonderful supporters on Patreon. To listen to the full episode, you can upgrade to paid on Patreon! This episode is an answer to a question submitted on Patreon from Andy, who asked: How can we approach meal planning without falling into old patterns? Every time I start to think about meal planning or meal prep, it triggers me, and reminds me of dieting. But as a parent, I know I’ll go nuts if I don’t have some kind of plan to g...2024-02-0510 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & Sarit3 Ways To Become Undeniably Confident🔥 Get ready to unleash your inner confidence in our latest video: "3 Ways To Become Undeniably Confident!" 🚀Confidence is the key to conquering life's challenges, and we've got the secret sauce to boost yours! 💪🌟 In "Respect Yourself," learn how self-respect shapes your self-image and how others perceive you.🚫 "What Are You Tolerating?" Get ready to ditch what's holding you back—because you deserve better!🤝 And remember, "Nothing is more valuable than sticking to your word." Your reputation with yourself is golden.But here's...2024-01-3050 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritMaintain Your Health Routine Anywhere: 5 Fool-Proof TricksWelcome back to our channel! 🌟 Staying on track with your health and wellness goals can be challenging when life takes you outside your normal routine. Whether you're traveling, facing a busy work schedule, or just experiencing a change in your daily life, we've got you covered. In this video, we'll share five valuable health-conscious tips to help you stay on track, no matter where you are.1️⃣ Plan Ahead for Healthy Eating: Discover how to make nutritious choices when dining out or dealing with limited food options. We'll provide practical advice on researching restaurant menus, packing healthy snacks, and sta...2024-01-081h 00The Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#99: Overcoming Health Anxiety, Coping with Uncertainty, + How Food and Movement Impact Mental Health with Dr. Diana GordonDr. Diana Gordon joins us today, and you don't want to miss this conversation. It's everything. Big picture, we're discussing how to approach mental health in a sea of diet and wellness misinformation -- including whether or not movement and food have a meaningful impact on anxiety and depression. We get into what it's like to ping pong back and forth between dieting and intuitive eating, how diet culture seizes on our fear of uncertainty to sell us a faulty product, and how to sit with and process our collective health anxiety.  Topics discussed... Being an e...2024-01-081h 22Espresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritHow To Stay Motivated For Weight Loss: Simple Secrets For Daily Inspiration (Part 2)Welcome back to the highly anticipated "How To Get Motivation… And KEEP IT! (Part 2)"! If you're looking for practical and actionable strategies to boost your motivation and make strides towards your goals, you've come to the right place. In this video, we're diving deep into the next five game-changing methods that will supercharge your motivation and set you on the path to success.Here's a sneak peek of what you'll learn in this installment:Celebrate Milestones: Discover how acknowledging and celebrating your achievements, no matter how small, can fuel your motivation and ke...2023-12-1914 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritDitch the Quick Fixes: The Truth About Losing Weight FastIs it possible to lose weight fast? YES!!! We all know about the Biggest Loser…Do we also know what happens to 90% of the contestants who lost significant weight AFTER they’re on the show?Why do they gain all the weight back and how does it end up killing them years later??Metabolism: SHOT!Self-esteem: In the Dump!Mental attitude: Completely defeated…Hope: lost…How do you come back from that when you don’t have someone barking down your neck constantly...2023-11-2056 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#92: Shedding the Weight of Perfectionism & Dismantling Our Beliefs About Health with Dr. Lisa FoldenDr. Lisa Folden joins us on the pod this week, and we go deep on perfectionism — specifically how it shows up in the worth and value we tie to our appearance, health, and achievements. We also bust open many myths about weight and health, including whether weight actually causes joint pain, if diabetes is preventable, and the long-term damage of intentional weight-loss. More specifics on what you'll hear in this conversation… Growing up as a “role model” and wanting to shed that identity Lisa’s experience as a Black woman with disordered eating behaviors, and why Black wome...2023-11-131h 12Espresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritThe Fullness Factor: Still Feeling Hungry and Unsatisfied with Smaller PortionsIf you've ever found yourself feeling hungry and unsatisfied even after eating smaller portions, you're not alone. In fact, this phenomenon has puzzled countless individuals who are striving to maintain a healthy diet or manage their weight.In this podcast, we're going to uncover the secrets behind "The Fullness Factor" and explore why you may still feel hungry despite consuming smaller portions. We'll dive into the fascinating science of satiety, examining the factors that influence our perception of fullness and satisfaction.Join us as we share relatable stories, personal experiences, and expert insights that will...2023-10-3037 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#89: How Not to Lose Your Sh*T Over Halloween CandyThis is a BONUS episode. I've been flooded with questions about candy and sugar these past few weeks as we approach Halloween (and of course, the holiday season is around the corner!). So, this week, we're digging into the fears associated with candy, plus how to help your kids (and yourself) navigate sweets when eating those foods is riddled with stress and guilt.  Listen to the full episode on Patreon! We dig into... How do we stop feeling so "out of control" around candy? How do we deal with the fear and anxiety of h...2023-10-2312 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritWhy Low-Carb Diets Can Be Dangerous for Your HealthAre you considering a low carb diet to shed those extra pounds? Before you take the plunge, you need to hear what we have to say. Erin and Sarit here to reveal the dark side of low carb diets that nobody talks about - and trust us, it's not pretty. From messing with your mind to causing uncontrollable cravings, these diets can do serious harm to your health. So before you ditch the carbs, grab a snack and join us for some eye-opening insights that could change the way you think about...2023-10-1037 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#86: From Conforming to Belonging: Your Body is Not Your Forever Project with Savala NolanThe incredible Savala Nolan joins us on this week’s episode of the Full Plate podcast to talk about belonging versus conforming, understanding the body as our home, and how to walk away from a lifetime of disordered eating. I recorded this conversation while I was on my August hiatus from the pod, so I actually got the chance to listen back to the episode and it hit me even harder the second time around. Savala is warm, funny, kind, smart as hell, and she will blow your mind open when she explains really hard, co...2023-10-021h 21Espresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritFrom Hormonal Chaos to Fat Loss SuccessAre you tired of feeling like you're doing everything right and still not seeing the fat loss results you want? Well, there may be a hormonal factor at play! Some of our clients even wonder if their weight loss struggle was due to a hormonal issue, so they have it all checked out, and are extremely confused when everything turns our normal!!In this video, we'll take you diving into the role of hormones in fat loss. We know how frustrating it can be to put in the effort and not see...2023-09-2752 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritRushed Weight Loss: The Harmful Misconceptions That Women BelieveIn this episode, we're tackling a topic that's relevant to many women out there: the pressure to achieve quick weight loss results. While we all want to look and feel our best, thinking that the fastest results are the best results can actually do more harm than good.Join us as we discuss the top 3 reasons why women think they need to lose weight as fast as possible, how it's hurting them, and most importantly, how to approach weight loss in a healthier and more sustainable way.We'll dive deep into the...2023-09-1939 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#83: Our Mothers, Our Bodies, & Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture with Virginia Sole-SmithWelcome to SEASON 2! This episode is so good. And it deals with a lot of nuance, because we get into how our relationship with food and our body is shaped and influenced by our parents. I have Virginia Sole-Smith here and I couldn’t be more thrilled for you to listen to this episode.   We chat about… Hard questions and conversations that led to Virginia's new book “I don’t want my kid to have a messed up relationship with food, but I also don’t want them to be fat” The...2023-09-111h 14Espresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritUnlock Your Weightloss Potential with This Little-Known Focus Technique with Special Guest Stephen ScogginsAre you tired of trying every fad diet and exercise plan out there, only to see little to no results? It's time to try a new approach. In this video, we're joined by our buddy Stephen Scoggins, a highly sought out international speaker and award-winning successful entrepreneur, who will reveal a little-known focus technique that can help unlock your weight loss potential and finally achieve the body you've always wanted.Together, we'll dive into the details of focus and how it affects your brain, motivation, and, ultimately, your weight loss success. 2023-09-051h 03The Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS(Revisited) #55: "Atypical Anorexia" and Weight Stigma in ED Treatment with Shira RosenbluthThis is the last episode of the season break, and oh my goodness, is this one of my all-time favorites. Shira Rosenbluth (@theshirarose) joins for a conversation that we all need to hear, and that the ED treatment world truly needs to put into action. You really don't want to miss this one.  We talk about so much, including: What’s going on for Shira in this moment of life with her recovery and her therapy practice Balancing structure and flexibility in meals during ED recovery The culminaiton of factors that led to Shira's eating disorder Wei...2023-09-041h 07Espresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritLow Carb Diet DangersOverwhelm can often leave us feeling paralyzed, hindering our ability to pursue our dreams and goals. Well, fear not! Erin and Sarit will walk you through practical steps to conquer overwhelm and unlock your true potential.Discover the underlying causes of overwhelm and gain valuable insights into why it manifests in our lives. We uncover the various sources that contribute to feeling overwhelmed, allowing you to address them head-on. Armed with this understanding, you'll be better equipped to release the grip of overwhelm and create space for clarity and success.Learn powerful...2023-08-3033 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#82: Unintentional Under-Eating, Food Allergies, & Physical Therapy ExercisesMailbag episode! This is part of a bonus episode that was released on Patreon many months back, and I thought it would be a good one to air during my August hiatus. It's full of fantastic listener questions, submitted by the brilliant Patreon community. To support the show, have access to full bonus episodes, and submit your own questions for future episodes, join the Patreon community here: www.patreon.com/fullplate Here are the questions covered: 1) “How can I spot ways I might be accidentally under-feeding myself? In an episode Abbie mentions past di...2023-08-2825 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritOvercoming Weightloss PlateausPlateaus are great, unless you don’t know how to get past them… it doesn’t mean you CAN’T, it simply means you haven’t figured it out yet. Here are some quality questions to ask yourself.Are your nutrition standards really up to par?Are you aware of exactly what you’re eating?What DON’T you know about your food?Are you being honest with yourself about what you’re doing or not doing with movement, nutrition, and lifestyle choices?2023-08-2241 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritWhy Low-Carb Diets Can Be Dangerous for Your HealthAre you considering a low carb diet to shed those extra pounds? Before you take the plunge, you need to hear what we have to say. Erin and Sarit here to reveal the dark side of low carb diets that nobody talks about - and trust us, it's not pretty. From messing with your mind to causing uncontrollable cravings, these diets can do serious harm to your health. So before you ditch the carbs, grab a snack and join us for some eye-opening insights that could change the way you think about dieting forever.2023-08-0838 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritFrom Chaos to Clarity: How to Overcome Overwhelm and ThriveOverwhelm can often leave us feeling paralyzed, hindering our ability to pursue our dreams and goals. Well, fear not! Erin and Sarit will walk you through practical steps to conquer overwhelm and unlock your true potential.Discover the underlying causes of overwhelm and gain valuable insights into why it manifests in our lives. We uncover the various sources that contribute to feeling overwhelmed, allowing you to address them head-on. Armed with this understanding, you'll be better equipped to release the grip of overwhelm and create space for clarity and success.Learn powerful methods to prioritize...2023-08-0535 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritDitch the Quick Fixes: The Truth About Losing Weight FastIs it possible to lose weight fast? YES!!! We all know about the Biggest Loser…Do we also know what happens to 90% of the contestants who lost significant weight AFTER they’re on the show?Why do they gain all the weight back and how does it end up killing them years later??Metabolism: SHOT!Self-esteem: In the Dump!Mental attitude: Completely defeated…Hope: lost…How do you come back from that when you don’t have someone barking down your neck constantly and slapping cookies ou...2023-08-0456 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritThe Fullness Factor: Still Feeling Hungry and Unsatisfied with Smaller PortionsIf you've ever found yourself feeling hungry and unsatisfied even after eating smaller portions, you're not alone. In fact, this phenomenon has puzzled countless individuals who are striving to maintain a healthy diet or manage their weight.In this video, we're going to uncover the secrets behind "The Fullness Factor" and explore why you may still feel hungry despite consuming smaller portions. We'll dive into the fascinating science of satiety, examining the factors that influence our perception of fullness and satisfaction.Join us as we share relatable stories, personal experiences, and expert insights that will...2023-08-0137 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritSummer Body-Confidence Secrets For WomenGet ready to dive into the sizzling world of "Summer Body-Confidence Secrets For Women." Buckle up because we’re about to conquer your insecurities and strut your stuff like a boss babe during the summer months.Who needs Photoshop when you've got real-life hacks to boost your confidence? From practical tips to full-on strategy, we're dishing out all the juicy secrets on how to rock that beach body and feel like a million bucks.Join us as we break free from the chains of self-doubt and embrace our fabulous selves. We'll be dropping truth bombs on...2023-07-2837 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#78: Over-Exercising, Orthorexia, and the Mental Toll of RestrictionWe're back with another episode in our Untold Stories series. That's what these client interviews feel like -- stories from "normal" folks (AKA: not celebrities, influencers, or "experts") who have been there, and who are still in the thick of it. We're all navigating the messiness of our healing, and bringing folks on this podcast who I know will make you feel seen and heard is so important to me. My client, Amy, joins the pod today. Amy's awesome, so don't miss this! We go from Weight Watchers to Paleo in this episode, and cover all the ways dieting...2023-07-101h 13The Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#69: Healing In Spite of Yourself & Raising Kids Who Trust Their Bodies with Dr. Rachel Millner, Eating Disorder Psychologist & Fat ActivistThe amazing and brilliant Dr. Rachel Millner is on the pod to talk about what's on her plate (literally, and figuratively!), her own journey with an eating disorder as a clinician, and to share wisdom and insights into parenting in our thin-obsessed culture. We also get into the American Academy of Pediatrics' guidelnes and how they will harm the mental and physical health of this generation of children, as well as future generations.  Topics discussed: Raising children from a HAES / weigh-inclusive perspective Weight stigma in childhood from parents and doctors Rachel’s relationship with food growing up...2023-05-081h 05The Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#68: How Wellness Culture Steals Our Well-Being with Christy Harrison, Author and Registered DietitianChristy Harrison, RD MPH CEDS, joins Abbie on the pod to talk all things wellness culture. This conversation is such an important one, as they explore how the diet culture contrived version of wellness preys on those with medical conditions, is steeped in healthism, and perpetuates misinformation about pseudo-scientific diagnoses. Christy's second book, "The Wellness Trap", just released last week, so you'll also get to her more of the BTS on her book launch and writing process in this episode, too! Topics discussed: Our love affair with chips of all kinds Christy's experience launching her second...2023-05-011h 03The Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#64: Eating Disorders Don't Have A "Look" with Sharon Maxwell, Fat Activist and Mental Heath AdvocateYou're in for a treat with this one! Sharon Maxwell (@heysharonmaxwell) joins the pod to chat with Abbie about her experience recovering in a fat body, the cost of delayed eating disorder treatment, weight stigma in recovery, and so much more. Sharon is incredible. She speaks bravely and openly about her ED, her recovery, and the things that both harmed and helped her become the person she is today. You'll want to follow her on IG if you're not already! Some of the topics discussed: Restaurants and leftovers in eating disorder recovery Reclaiming space, energy, and...2023-04-031h 18Espresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritLosing Weight Makes You More Worthy?We think losing weight will make us more worthy as a person.Each of us is as worthy and valuable as we CHOOSE to be, regardless of our weight or appearance. It is important to accept where you’re at but want to be better at the same time. Not only because it makes us feel more ‘worthy’ to ourselves, but because if we don’t keep striving to be better, we know we’re cutting ourselves short and it can lead to feelings of depression and anxiety. It’s an internal game!If...2023-01-2337 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & Sarit3 Intentions That Boost Weight Loss ResultsBe more intentional than you try to be perfect.1. Don't make acceptionsIt’s great to have high standards… just work your way toward them and don’t expect you’ll get there overnight.2. Plan in advanceBy thinking ahead, you’re proACTIVE and not reACTIVE! You’ll have more control of your life.3. Follow through There will be times when you legitimately have to pivot because of an emergency. But feeling tired or unmotivated or not knowing what to do at the gym a...2022-12-0530 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritHow To Gain ConfidenceIf you could had more self confidence, how will your life be different?There’s something about confidence that makes you feel unstoppable. And though weight loss CAN help people gain confidence, the beauty that comes with weight loss is the impact that it has on the person’s self-significance.Something that’s important to to distinguish is that just because a person lost weight, doesn’t necessarily mean that they will have more confidence.If achieving greater confidence is your objective you’ve g...2022-11-2332 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritHow To Get Rid Of Your Sugar AddictionQUESTION 1“Recovering from a fractured arm, what should I do with my good arm?”This will be based on preference… Option 1:Avoid upper body training, for now, to not develop compensation that will take away from symmetry. Long term, if you want to focus on longevity and symmetry, this could be detrimental. Option 2:If you still want to train your upper body and you’re ok with a little imbalance, you can train one side now and make the other side stronger when it’s healed...2022-11-221h 02Espresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritThe Sneaky Weight Loss Goal KillerThe sneaky weight loss goal killer has to do with our thought habits.Join us for SHIFT live on November 12th and learn from E&S in REAL TIME!!👉🏼 https://shop.erinandsarit.com/collections/all/products/e-s-live-event-virtual-experienceIf there were one habit you could develop that would change EVERYTHING in your life for the better, it would be immediately noticing your negative thoughts and turning them positive before they even come out of your mouth.The killer is…… stating your goals in a negative context.Examples: “I want to lose...2022-11-0428 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritNew Weight Loss Approach Revealed 2022This time of year… the winter holiday season; delicious foods, amazing thanksgiving recipes, Christmas recipes… all of the amazing desserts and festivities.It makes it really difficult to stick to our weight loss and fitness goals.Unfortunately, many of those efforts go out the window and we find ourselves saying that we’re going to start on January 1st… the good ol’ New Year’s Resolution.We’re here to encourage you to do it differently this year.Let’s start NOW… because anything worth doing, doesn’t deserve to wait.If you take the...2022-10-2118 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritHow To Lose Weight On VacationThe best time to plant a tree is 100 years ago and the next best time is now!No time is EVER the right time.There will always be another event around the corner that you’ll want to start after… A holiday, birthday, graduation, promotion, vacation, etc…Not to mention… we’re always busy, and the moment we think something will free up our time, we just find something else to fill it right back up with.Golden rule: START BEFORE YOU’RE READY!Why do we procrastinate?1. We don’...2022-10-1940 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritOne-Step MOTIVATION FormulaThe way we perceive motivation usually isn’t in a way that will benefit us. Motivation comes and goes for everyone…The most successful people have DISCIPLINE!You can begin creating discipline right now!Basically, just do something that you know needs to get done, but you don’t feel like doing it.DishesWorkoutMake dinnerMeal prep for the weekPay that bill on your tableSchedule that appointment you’ve been procrastinating onMake your bed...2022-10-1414 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritAlways tired! Supercharge your energy levels!So you’re tired all the time?It’s understandable considering everything we like to load onto our plates these days.Trying to juggle 13 balls when we’ve had a hard time managing 5…It seems like any time we finish one thing that frees up some time… something else comes swooping in to take that space!Almost immediately.There are a few things that could contribute to that and hopefully in this video we can help you make some quick and simple adjustments.Why you could be tired: Nut...2022-10-1224 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritLose Weight in "No time"Show notes:One of the top 5 excuses that we hear for why women don’t lose weight is that they don’t have ENOUGH TIME!Ok, if you think not having time is a legitimate reason… before you’re tempted to get mad at us hear us out!!We’re not calling anyone a bad guy… the truth of the matter is this… if you’re saying you don’t have enough time to do something, then it’s likely that you think that thing is a bigger priority than it actually is in your life....2022-10-1027 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritStretching, Supplements, & Overcoming Stress/AnxietyShow Notes:QUESTION 1:What are good stretches and/or exercises for building and/or releasing the psoas muscle. Check out this video for some example (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LMMg...) Take deep, controlled breaths.Consider bending and extending your hip.Weak core, weak glutes, and an overactive psoas all contribute a lot to chronic low back pain, glute activating and hip flexor stretches would be helpful for you! If you sit a lot, consider getting up every once in a while to take...2022-10-0750 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritScale Obsession ConfessionsThe scale is not the end-all-be-all to our weight loss progress.There are several other ways to measure progress that don’t dishearten us on a daily basis.It’s important to know that it’s not about the one thing you eat here or there that messes you up and unwinds all of your progress.It’s the things we do on a CONSISTENT basis that determine the results that we’re getting.If you eat well the majority of the time and aren’t 1) lying to yourself or 2) completely binge eating...2022-09-2318 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#34: No Appetite, Now What? Navigating Eating When You Don’t Feel HungerWe can experience a loss of appetite for a variety of reasons – illness, stress, anxiety, dieting and restriction, and so much more. In this episode, Abbie walks us through why this is such a common experience in recovery from dieting and disordered eating, the reasons for a loss of appetite, how to identify subtle signs of hunger, and then practical tips for coping with food when you just don’t feel like eating. Diane and Abbie also talk through their personal experiences with appetite and hunger, and discuss ideas for everyone and anyone who is stru...2022-09-0557 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#30: Q&A - Diet Culture Boundaries & Getting Weighed at the Doctor’s OfficeIn this episode, we’re answering two listener questions about general boundaries around diet culture talk and specific boundaries at the doctor’s office. 1) "Can you recommend strategies for handling constant diet culture talk at the office, social events, with family, etc.? l literally don’t know a single person who isn’t fully engulfed in this, and many very vocally so, and so if I gracefully excluded myself from every conversation, I’d never be able to talk to anyone." 2) "What about strategies for handling doctors weight loss advice and/or an absolute insistence that you g...2022-08-0847 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#29: Q&A - Losing Weight, Cravings, & Fitness GoalsIn this episode, we’re answering some listener Q&As from our Patreon community. Topics include weight loss with intuitive eating, how fitness goals fit into anti-diet culture, and how to navigate cravings for foods that don’t make you feel physically good. Hi Abbie and Diane, I hope you’re doing well. I’ve been loving the podcast and recommend it to all my friends. ☺️ I have a question I’m hoping you can cover in a future episode:  I started along my intuitive eating journey at the end of 2020, and gained weight (which I’m neutral about), and I hav...2022-08-0148 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#27: Q&A - All About HungerIn this episode, we are diving into three listener questions on hunger. Abbie walks us through the science behind these questions along with some practical tips on navigating them, and both Abbie and Diane reflect on personal experiences with hunger in recovering from dieting and / or disordered eating.  Listener questions we answer:  "I love love love your podcast. I am getting more comfortable with eating a wide variety of foods, eating when hungry and having a different body. I do feel uncomfortably bloated many days. Is that normal when you expand your foods? Can this settle do...2022-07-1843 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSBonus Episode #1: Q&A - Nutrition in Intuitive Eating, Diabetes, & Emotional EatingThis week, we're featuring one of our bonus episodes that's typically only available to our Patreon members to give you a sneak peek at what those shows are like! In this episode, we dig into some juicy FAQs that center around the pursuit of health within the intuitive eating and anti-diet paradigms.  We both agreed that this is one of our BEST episodes of the show so far, and we know you're going to absolutely love it!  Please encourage your friends to come on over to become a Patron and listen to this on...2022-07-0458 minThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MSThe Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS#4: What is diet culture?In this episode, we tackle the foundations of diet culture, what it is and how we’ve been steeped in it since we were young. We’re talking about how we believe what we do about bodies, fat phobia, weight stigma, the impact diet culture has on us and how, in fact, you don’t need to be “on a diet” to be a part of diet culture - because American culture IS diet culture. Find the show on Instagram @fullplate.podcast and support us on Patreon for bonus content at Patreon.com/fullplate Patreon is also where we’ll publicly...2022-01-311h 09Espresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritThree Necessary Components to Make Your TransformationShow Notes:In today's episode, we talk about: How people expect to receive love, but they don’t focus so much on giving it to others. Why you must treat yourself and your body with love, respect, and trust because it all starts and ends with you if you expect to earn all those from others. How anything that anyone says and does to you is a reflection of them, but how you respond reflects your character.How you must be aware of the issue because most people are in denial, so they cannot find the right...2021-08-2039 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & Sarit5 Steps To Making Failure Your Bitch!Show Notes:  In today's episode, we talk about:Why if you can do something for 21 days, you can do it for the rest of your life. How important it is to set the right intentions and find the discipline to stick through your word and habits. Why you don’t merely find motivation, but you can make it happen as it is a by-product of many factors. How you can continually create motivation and inspiration in your life so you can keep on pursuing your goals. Why motivation is created from daily habits, which you can...2021-08-1349 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritYour Personal PowerShow Notes:  In today's episode, we talk about:In what way do people give up personal power in their life.Are you the type of person who gives away your power because you believe you don’t have any. How your choices can impact the kind of life you lead. Why human beings are designed to seek the flaws in life or themselves and improve them. How to train yourself to feel contentment so you don’t dig yourself into a bigger hole.  Life is more fun when you subscribe to our chan...2021-08-1039 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & Sarit6 Must-Have Conversations With Your PartnerShow Notes:  In today’s episode, we talk about:Why trust and finances play an important role in your relationship so make them a foundation if you want things to last. How every relationship starts with a relationship with yourself, so work on yourself and know what makes you happy. When you don’t have physical, mental, and emotional alignment, everything can readily fall apart. How intimacy plays a huge part in creating a happy relationship because it helps strengthen your connection with your partner.What is the difference between love and infatuation, and how it ca...2021-08-0633 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritNon-Negotiables With Significant OtherShow Notes: In today’s episode, we talk about: What are the non-negotiables in your life, and why do you need to discuss them with your partner. Why do these non-negotiables create friction in a relationship, especially when you feel strongly about sticking to your guns. How people come from different backgrounds, so it is inevitable to agree to disagree on certain things with your partner. What can you do if you are not open to modification, so you don’t end up cheating yourself. How you can effectively meet halfway and find a happy medi...2021-07-2346 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & SaritHow to Stop Playing the Victim with Omar MedranoShow Notes:In today's episode, we talk about: How to overcome trials in life so that you can stop playing the victim. What specific moment Omar experience that enabled him to pivot and catalyzed the change. How the pain of staying the same outweighed the pain of undergoing the change. Why it is not the environment but your internal self that is responsible for your happiness. How “no” is not a rejection of you, but it could be due to other reasons so don’t take it personally and move on. How identifying what you want in life, ins...2021-05-3139 minEspresso with Erin & SaritEspresso with Erin & Sarit3 Weight Loss MisconceptionsShow Notes:In today’s episode, we talk about: Why it is important to know and be aware so you can face the problem and take measures to change things. Why you must face the missteps you encounter, assuring you apply new measures and do much better next time. How the no-carbs concept is hurting a lot of people, especially those who don’t know how to use the program correctly. Why it is important to look to mother nature when seeking answers because it won’t be around you if they don’t serve a purpose. How...2021-05-2535 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDon't PREACH! w/ Period Preacher Lucy PeachAmy has sailed her boat up from her office job through the rain to top and tail the pod this week - where our subject is PERIODS, AND PEACHES, for Series 2 pod DON'T PREACH* *do, please do. This week Miriam speaks to Lucy Peach, Period Preacher and Folk Pop Singer. Sitting on the floor of the Brighthelm Centre in the Doghouse venue at Brighton Fringe the two chat as Lucy does her make-up before the show, ‘My Greatest Period Ever.’ Covering topics from ‘the party before you go out partying is the best bit’ through to Period, channeling your fury, the Musi...2019-06-1400 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDon't Speak W Rachel Healy AF DirectorEP TWENTY ONE! SERIES TWO! SEASON TWO! TAKE YOUR PICK! We’re back after a short break where we did some life stuff. So we’re calling this S2 Don’t Speak. This week Miriam looks back to an interview from February 2019 when she spoke with Rachel Healy the Co-Artistic Director, Adelaide Festival. Rachel has held many big positions in Theatre across Australia, from Belvoir St Theatre, Sydney Opera House, and now AF. Miriam was offered an interview by the team at the Festival and went in looking to discover how a woman running a huge event takes it in her str...2019-05-2900 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDon't Speak with director Flavia D'Alvia + playwright Jen McGregorThis week, Amy speaks to a pair of local heroes in Edinburgh theatre: Director Flavia D’Alvia and playwright Jen McGregor. Hear them discuss the highs, lows and hard work they each put into their plays, and the obstacles they’ve had to overcome in order to get where they are today. Fancy context: Miriam and Amy meet one morning and are ready to talk about literally two ends of the performance scale - drag race's iconic Katya LIVE and Local Hero. There are opinions, lols, and apologies for all the slurping. Between that, there's the above interview. Enjoy! Flavia twit...2019-04-1100 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDon't Speak with Victoria FalconerWe’re back - the spring equinox has happened and the quail and the frogs** and the humans are celebrating - in the northern hemisphere at least. Don’t Speak 18. This week Miriam speaks with Victoria Falconer of Fringe Wives Club, Midnight Marauders and East End Cabaret fame, also Musical Director to Courtney Act’s C4 Christmas Show, Jonny Woo’s Un-Royal Variety, 'Once' Sydney 2019 to name but afew. The pair get stuck into it outside on a sunny day in Adelaide, while the fringe festival rumbles on around them. Vicky is a musician, director, performer, singer, actor and much much mor...2019-03-2700 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakLIVE Don't Speak Adelaide Fringe 2019 wJane Howard & Double DenimWelcome to Don't Speak LIVE at Adelaide Fringe with Double Denim AKA Laura Frew and Michelle Brasier hosted by Miriam Attwood and Jane Howard. On Sunday 24 Feb this group of phenomenal women huddled round a chair at Adelaide Fringe Club to discuss some big shit. Staying on stage when life is messed up, IRL V stage life, comedy, women, roles in performance and within a festival, how we make our own modes of recognition, ENYA and many many jokes and lolz. Enjoy! Find Double Denim @lafrew1 @michellebrasier on le twitter + instaz Jane Howard on Kill Your Darlings, Guardian Oz, and...2019-03-0700 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDon't Speak With Playwright Stef Smith‘Traits of a VERY good friend with Stef Smith’ This week Miriam sits down with her pal Stef. (Look. I can’t edit my friend - I’m sorry, so this is the pretty much unedited chat between two old but VERY YOUNG AND HOT pals.) Stef Smith is a playwright whose work includes Swallow, Human Animals, A Doll's House, Roadkill, Girl In The Machine, Enough to name but a few current and prolifically touring plays. In this week's Don't Speak we cover our experiences at Queen Margaret University Edinburgh, Stef’s work so far and to come - namely Ibsen’s A...2019-02-1500 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDon't Speak with filmmaker Hope Dickson LeachThis week, Miriam speaks to Hope Dickson Leach, writer, director, film-maker and campaigner based in Edinburgh - working around the globe. We drank hot chocolate. Hope talks about what home means, the industry, her latest feature film The Levelling, parenting and its links to her work with the industry group campaigning for better awareness of, and support for, parents and carers - Raising Film. It's literally what most humans will do at some point in their life. There is also a meander into and through both of our favourite books of 2018 and some excellent literary recommends. Miriam has a cold...2019-01-2400 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDon't Speak with actor Harrie HayesThis week Miriam speaks to Harrie Hayes! Harrie is a British actor with a penchant for comedy (she is very funny) who is one fifth of zazU, actual Queens on Horrible Histories, advertisers’ dream go to face and much more besides. We talk about the journey from AM DRAM to DRAM DRAM and her plans for writing and making her own show. We did talk for 20 minutes on Brexit but we edited that out as we do care about your earholes. This Don’t Speak was recorded in the Tudor Mansion (not at all a helpful reference) that is The Sout...2019-01-1100 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDon't Speak with Orla O'loughlinThis week, Amy speaks to Oral O'loughlin, the Outgoing Artistic Director of the Traverse Theatre. They chat about her seven-year tenure at the helm of Edinburgh's new writing theatre, her final show Mouthpiece and, why it took Amy seven years to interview her. Mim and Amy are wrestling with software and will make 2019 a year to remember. Also - wee disclaimer - on the outro we mention Orla's new role is part - time, it's not, but she will still be directing. Hurrah.2018-12-2800 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDon't Speak with theatre-maker, Annie GeorgeThis week Amy meets Annie George. Annie is an award-winning writer, theatremaker and occasional filmmaker, based in Edinburgh. Amy and Annie cover much ground in their 55 minute chat, from Obama, lies in politics, to 90s Scottish Theatre to today’s landscape. All with a keen awareness of Annie’s gaze - being one of few prolific South Asian makers on the scene. Her recent production Twa will be back out on the road in 2019. Miriam and Amy #mulletstyle manage to keep it brief up top but it’s all business at the back with a long natter to end the pod...2018-12-0500 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDon't Speak with singer songwriter Kathryn JosephSinger Songwriter all round wonder woman Kathryn Joseph joins Miriam for a chat about many things that have happened in the last 24 hours. Kathryn is an award winning artist who has been featured on all the radio stations that know what's good for them AND won a SAY (Scottish Album of the Year) Award for her first album. Kathryn also talks a little about 'process' and collaborating with other artists and what she would do if she met Bjork. If you're a fan of strictly, this'll feel fun and familiar, if you're not, erm, the TV dancing competition does feature...2018-11-2200 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDon't Speak Bonus EP Apphia Campbell On BIZNIZBONUS EP. A wee follow up to the chat with Apphia Campbell about how to, when to, and sensible thoughts about running a showbiz theatre life. Amy & Miriam will work to do this from here on out when our interviews run over. Let us know what you think! Amy Trash Taylor Theatre Editor - The Skinny Scotland X Miriam Attwood - Recently heard spraffing on Guilty Feminist X A day late (let's be honest we're a thursday podcast) Twitter @dontspeakpod Twitter @apphiacampbell Questions.... postcard to Don't Speak. Lewk, if Gwen Stefani answers we're all winning ;)2018-11-1500 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDon't Speak with Apphia CampbellThis week Miriam speaks to Apphia Campbell, writer, performer, actor, brilliant woman. We talk about the themes that emerge from Apphia’s work - plays Woke and Black is the Colour of My Voice. References we wander to and forth from are Michaela Coel writer and creator of Chewing Gum and about her headline TV Festival Lecture 2018, Netflix’s Kalief Browder Documentary and Gary Younge’s Another Day in the Death of America. It’s not all doom and gloom, “change is happening - which is why Apphia feels all is so disrupted” - paraphrased direct quote there. But expect to come away...2018-11-0800 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDON'T SPEAK with Arusa QureshiThis week we are joined by List Editor Arusa Qureshi. Arusa is a writer, critic and editor based in Edinburgh and the current brains at the helm of the Scottish Arts and Culture Mag. We talk about being a boss lady, countering people’s expectations and ignoring their judgement. Amy bangs the table quite a lot. Miriam successfully broke wavelab (where you make a podcast) so she quickly recorded new jingles which will definitely come back to haunt her. There was also wine - and as Miriam hilariously points out this is the first ever threeway, or as Amy called it...2018-10-1800 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDon't Speak With Mele BroomesThis week Miriam speaks to dancer, choreographer, ermerging talent Mele Broomes in Glasgow where Mele is based. We talk about Mele's recent work VOID and everything that came with, funding, dancing, new ideas, everyday racism and much much more. Of the voices in the UK scene Mele is one to listen to and a ever growing body of work to look out for in our opinion! But obvs we're right. Miriam and Amy talk after the interview about being an ally. Miriam then in post edited out a big long rant. It's not long before that gets heard we imagine... ...2018-10-0300 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDON'T SPEAK LIVE at Fringe '18 - Bonus ep feat Hot Brown Honey & Molly TaylorOur second ever SPECIAL LIVE BONUS EP recorded live in conversation at Fringe Central at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Join Miriam and Amy with dancer, choreographer, trailblazer, Yami Rowdy Lofvenberg and contemporary dancer, director and soul soother Elena Wangurra from Hot Brown Honey alongside writer, theatre maker and performer Molly Taylor. Follow @dontspeakpod @mollyhopetaylor @hotbrownhoney2018-09-1900 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDON'T SPEAK with Crystal Stacey from Hot Brown HoneyThe usual drivel from Trash and Attwood - Miriam had time to read a book and Amy some horror films so things are returning to 'less mad' after the biggest month of the year in the LIVE calendar - the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. This week, Miriam sits down with Crystal Stacey from Hot Brown Honey. Hailing from Broom, Australia, Crystal is an aerialist and dancer. They talk aerial, mad skills, that time Miriam killed a woman, creating work and circus school life - also about some very peachy nectarines.2018-09-1300 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDon't Speak with Shivani SainiDon't Speak with founder, producer & consultant at AtelierCulturati.com, Shivani Saini. Miriam spent a quick 20 minutes with Shivani on the final Sunday of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in the Summerhall Press Office. Shivani is in Edinburgh producing Huff, an incredible piece of new writing (new to Edinburgh, originally performed in 2012) by Cliff Cardinal. The show had just received a five star review in The Observer and Guardian online and Miriam took her chance to capture some time with incredible woman, creator, supporter, producer, maker Shivani about the piece and what it means to be in Edinburgh at the Fringe. ...2018-08-3100 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDon't Speak with Sarah Ward aka Yana AlanaWe are joined by rabble-rouser, anarchist neo-cabaret star and singer Yana Alana - IRL Sarah Ward. Miriam saw Yana Alana - Between The Cracks - at the fringe and her mind was blown so they sat down together the following weekend for a chat. Amy and Miriam are into their first weekend of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and Miriam is maybe too honest about how a play made her feel - actual feelings. An arts pr. A culture journalist. A relatively new podcast. No words spoken until one of them hits record. Join Miriam Attwood and Amy (Trash) Taylor, as...2018-08-0800 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDon't Speak with FK AlexanderAmy and FK Alexander meet in John Lewis cafe for scones, juice and hot, hot tea. Discussions include: performance art, men, men on trains, men wanking during performances and art.2018-07-2700 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDon't Speak with Jenna WattThis June Miriam met with performer and playwright Jenna Watt. Jenna's most recent work Faslane has just wrapped an English tour, the play about the people and worlds colliding in Faslane (where trident lives) having won awards galore at the Edinburgh Fringe 2016 (a fringe first.) Jenna and Miriam maybe get a little distracted by the soundcheck in the Summerhall Courtyard... but who doesn't love a live background bed of cymbal soundcheck? www.jennawatt.co.uk An arts PR. A culture journalist. No words spoken until one of them hits record. Join Miriam Attwood and Amy Taylor as they talk rubbish...2018-07-1300 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakBusty Beatz Don't SpeakThis week, Miriam speaks to Busty Beatz from Hot Brown Honey about anything and everything, Recorded at HOME Manchester in December 2017, the conversation veers wildly from fan art to egos, to the huge success of Hot Brown Honey, then to terrible hip hop and beyond.2018-06-2700 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDon't Speak with Desiree BurchThis week Amy does the chatting and Desiree Burch is in the sassy seat over from her. The recorder did break 10 mins in BUT FEAR not, these women have dealt with worse. Miriam and Amy have been fans of Desiree's work for literally years, literally before she was famous, but now she is (quite right too) appearing on HIGNFY, BBC Radio 4's The News Quiz, Frankie Boyle's New World Order and much more. She speaks about her current stand-up Unf*ckable and more besides. Listen to the end for a jingle feat. Adrienne Truscott. An arts pr. A culture journalist...2018-06-1300 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakFringe '17 Don't Speak BONUS EP!A special bonus ep of Don't Speak recorded at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2017. Join Miriam Attwood with Busty Beatz, Lisa Fa'alfi and Ofa Fotu of Hot Brown Honey, Theatre Director Caitlin Skinner, Performer and Director of Trans Creative Kate O'Donnell and Deanna Fleysher (aka Butt Kapinski) as they talk gender, intersectionality and the news, and how and where they meet.2018-06-0600 minDon\'t SpeakDon't SpeakDON'T SPEAK with Adrienne TruscottFIRST UP! Adrienne Truscott, performance artist, theatre maker, comedian, funny and angry wonder-human. Recorded in Brooklyn Nov 2017. An arts pr. A culture journalist. A relatively new podcast. No words spoken until one of them hits record. Join Miriam Attwood and Amy Taylor, as they talk rubbish to each other, and interview amazing women.2018-05-3000 min