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Clean Living Convos39. Season 3 Recap: The Clean Living Habits That Changed MeIt’s the Season 3 finale, and in this solo episode, I’m sharing my heart. I reflect on the biggest lessons I’ve learned this season—from the power of gut healing and meat stock, to how informed consent shifted the way I advocate for myself and my family. I’m also talking about the clean living habits that stuck with me, the interviews that deeply moved me, and what I’ll be carrying with me into next season.Whether you’ve been here since day one or you’re just now finding the podcast, this is the perfect plac...2025-07-0715 minClean Living Convos38. The Functional Approach to Dental Health with Dr. Rebecca TaylorIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Rebecca Taylor—biologic dentist, naturopath, and host of the Your Mouth Matters podcast—for an eye-opening conversation about the hidden connections between your oral health and your overall well-being. Dr. Taylor, founder of Green City Dental, pulls back the curtain on the dental industry’s standard practices and shares what truly root-cause dental care looks like.We talk about everything from why she doesn’t recommend fluoride or sealants, to how dental infections and root canals can trigger systemic health issues like cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s, and more. Whether you’re a hea...2025-06-2352 minClean Living Convos37. Breastfeeding, Bias & Big Business: A Conversation with Caley JonesIn this episode, I sit down with Caley Jones—home birth doula, breastfeeding advocate, and member of Radical Moms Union—for an honest conversation about infant formula, postpartum marketing, and why so many moms feel confused and overwhelmed during one of the most sacred seasons of life.We’re not here to shame how anyone feeds their baby—but we are here to question why formula companies are allowed to use predatory marketing tactics, especially targeting vulnerable new moms. Caley shares the surprising truths behind the formula industry, how the system stacks the odds against breastfeeding, and what every...2025-06-1644 minClean Living Convos36. What You Weren’t Taught About Your Cycle & The Pill (But Should’ve Been)In this episode, I sit down with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, certified fertility awareness educator and author of The Fifth Vital Sign, to talk all things hormonal birth control—how it works, what it actually does to your cycle, and what no one tells you when you’re handed that prescription at age 14.Lisa breaks down the myths we’ve been told, why the “pill period” isn’t a real period, and how hormonal contraceptives may affect your libido, mental health, and fertility long after you stop taking them. If you’ve ever been curious about what’s really going on in your cy...2025-06-0945 minClean Living Convos35. Toxin-Free Baby: What to Avoid & Where to StartIn this solo episode, I sit down and share my clean living journey and dive into what toxins to avoid during pregnancy and for babies. Whether you're building your registry, already have little ones at home, or just want to understand the most impactful swaps, this episode gives practical advice without the overwhelm or fear.✨ Grab the Naturally Nurtured Baby Guide and use code CONVO for 10% off!In today’s episode, we cover:Why reducing toxins matters during pregnancy and infancyThe most common toxins in baby and pregnancy productsGreenw...2025-06-0226 minClean Living Convos34. Diagnosed at 30: Ashleigh’s Breast Cancer Journey & Living Low ToxIn this incredibly personal episode, I sit down with Ashleigh (@healthyhappyash)—a teacher, mom, and breast cancer survivor who was diagnosed at just 30 years old. She shares her story of navigating a life-changing diagnosis, pushing for answers despite being told she was “too young,” and how that experience sparked a total shift toward a low-tox lifestyle.Ashleigh opens up about the emotional moments, the power of support, and the real, practical swaps she made after chemo—from deodorant to water filters—without fear-mongering or shame. If you’re on a clean living journey, feeling overwhelmed, or just need inspiration...2025-05-2639 minClean Living Convos33. Informed, Not Afraid: How to Navigate Medical Choices Without Fear with Just The InsertsIn this powerful episode, I sit down with Alexandra, founder of Just the Inserts, to discuss the often-overlooked topic of informed consent in the medical world. Alexandra shares how she went from feeling overwhelmed and confused as a new mom to building an empowering community that helps parents and patients make truly informed medical decisions.We dive into how to read manufacturer inserts, what’s really behind the phrase safe and effective, and why it’s critical to ask the right questions before making medical choices for yourself or your children. If you’ve ever left a doctor’s office feeling pressured or unsure, this episode will equip you with the knowledge and con...2025-05-1951 minClean Living Convos32. Touch the Earth, Change Your Health: Grounding with The Intuition PhysicianIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Laura Koniver, known online as The Intuition Physician, for a deep dive into grounding—the simple act of connecting your body to the Earth and the science that backs it.We talk about how being barefoot outside or touching a tree can reduce inflammation, regulate hormones, balance your nervous system, and even help with jet lag. Dr. Laura shares her personal story of discovering grounding through motherhood and how it transformed both her parenting and her medical practice. Whether you’re a crunchy mom, a curious skeptic, or someone who just wants to feel better—this episode will change the way you think about your daily conn...2025-05-1239 minClean Living Convos31. Not Just a Filter: How Air Quality Impacts Hormones, Sleep, and ImmunityWe talk a lot about clean food, clean beauty, and non-toxic products—but what about clean air? In this episode, I sit down with Helen Christoni, SVP at AirDoctor, to talk all things air quality, why indoor air can be more toxic than outdoor air, and what it actually means to purify your air effectively.Helen breaks down the science behind UltraHEPA filters, what common household items are secretly polluting your space, and why your air filter should go in your bedroom before anywhere else. If you’ve ever wondered whether air filters are worth the investment—this epis...2025-05-0532 minClean Living Convos30. Understanding Mold: Signs, Symptoms & Solutions for a Safer Home with Andrew MelroseMold—it’s one of those topics that feels overwhelming, mysterious, and a little scary. In this episode, I talk with Andrew Melrose, owner of Melrose Mold Solutions, to finally demystify what mold is, how it really affects your health, and what to do if you suspect it’s in your home.Andrew shares everything from how mold grows, the difference between mold safe vs. mold free, what to look for during inspections, and why mold remediation is much more than just spraying bleach and painting over it. Whether you're in a new build or a decades-old home, this...2025-04-2846 minClean Living Convos29. Fitness Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated: Dani Taylor’s Take on MovementIn this episode, I sit down with Dani Taylor—athlete, coach, and wellness encourager—to talk all things fitness, movement, and clean living. Dani opens up about her personal battle with skin issues, how switching to non-toxic products made a huge difference, and why exercise has become such a powerful part of her wellness journey.We dive deep into the components of a well-rounded fitness routine—strength, cardio, and mobility—and break down how to get started, how to go deeper, and how to stay consistent even in the busiest seasons of life (yes, moms, we’re talking to you...2025-04-2142 minClean Living Convos28. Healing Histamine Intolerance the Right Way: A Follow-Up with HeatherIn this follow-up episode with Heather from Grounded Approach, (check out our first convo in Episode 17!) we dive deeper into the world of histamine intolerance, gut healing, and common myths around trendy diets like carnivore. Heather shares her insights on how to truly heal—not just manage—your symptoms, the power of meat stock, and why certain popular protocols may be making things worse. If you're dealing with rosacea, eczema, fatigue, or food sensitivities, this episode is packed with real advice and hope for healing.Plus, we tackle listener Q&A and share success stories that will leave you in...2025-04-1450 minClean Living Convos27. Tampons, Toxins, & Transparency: A Deep Dive with Jen Eden, Co-founder and CEO of Tampon TribeDid you know that tampons and pads aren’t required to disclose their ingredients? In this episode, I chat with Jen Eden, co-founder & CEO of Tampon Tribe, about the hidden toxins in conventional period products and how they can affect your body. We break down why organic matters, the scary ingredients you should avoid, and how to choose safer options. Plus, we dive into the environmental impact of period products and why making a switch can benefit both your health and the planet.In today’s episode, we cover:The shocking toxins found in mainstream period productsHow ti...2025-04-0737 minClean Living Convos26. The Toxins Hiding in Your Child’s Backpack with Ruhi MaheeshWould you ever guess that your child spends more time playing with toxic school supplies than toys? In this episode, I chat with Ruhi Maheesh, a high school senior and founder of Doodle, a toxin-free school supplies brand. Ruhi shares how she discovered the hidden dangers in everyday classroom products and took action to create safer alternatives. We also discuss how to get teens to care about toxins, easy swaps parents can make, and why education is key to a healthier future.In today’s episode, we cover:Why crayons, markers, and erasers can contain harmful chemicals...2025-03-3124 minClean Living Convos25. Infertility, Healing, and Clean Living with Heather KochStruggling with health issues, infertility, or just curious about clean living? In this episode, Heather Cook shares her powerful journey—from years of unexplained health struggles to discovering the impact of food, toxins, and lifestyle changes. Through small but meaningful shifts, she transformed her health and fertility, leading to a toxin-free life. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about healing, resilience, and the power of making informed choices.In today’s episode, we cover:Heather’s personal journey through infertility and pregnancy lossHow food and lifestyle changes helped her conceive naturallyThe connection between toxins and reproductive healthThe...2025-03-2443 minClean Living Convos24. The Truth About Toilet Paper: Toxins, PFAS, and What to Use Instead with Lee ReitelmanWould you ever think about toxic chemicals in toilet paper? In this episode, I sit down with Lee Reitelman, co-founder of PlantPaper, to talk about the shocking ingredients hiding in most toilet paper brands. From PFAS, bleach, and formaldehyde to the environmental impact of traditional toilet paper, we uncover the health risks and sustainability concerns that come with this everyday product. Learn why bamboo-based toilet paper is a safer, cleaner alternative—and how this simple swap can benefit your health and the planet.In today’s episode, we cover:Why toilet paper is one of the most overlook...2025-03-1743 minClean Living Convos23. Overcoming Overwhelm: Simple Steps for a Toxin-Free HomeFeeling overwhelmed by all the "do's and don'ts" of clean living? You're not alone! In this solo episode, I break down simple, free ways to start detoxing your home without stress. From ditching hidden toxins in everyday products to practical steps you can take today, this episode is all about making clean living easy and manageable. Plus, I answer listener questions on EMFs, natural cleaning solutions, and toxin-free travel. Tune in for real, actionable tips you can implement right now!In today’s episode, we cover:How to handle clean living overwhelm and focus on what you can...2025-03-1122 minClean Living Convos22: Food Dyes: uncovering the impacts of synthetic dyes with To Dye For the DocumentaryBrandon and Whitney Cawood have spent 2 and a half years creating the soon to be released documentary, To Dye For. Today, they share why their passionate about ensuring all families have access to why it’s important to avoid artificial food dyes.
In today’s episode we cover:
The Cawood’s personal experience and reactions to food dyes
Why are synthetic dyes a problem
How do food dyes negatively affect us
What are the different dyes, and what they do.
FDA rules for approving food dyes
How we can advocate to create change around artificial dyes
Where are...2024-11-1845 minClean Living Convos21: Wellness Therapies: why tools like sauna, red light therapy, and more are worth adding into your routine with Clearlight SaunasWe are lucky to have so many wellness tools available these days, but it can be hard to know which ones to use. Melissa Van Riper from Clearlight Saunas talks through different wellness therapies, why they’re beneficial, and how to use them. In this episode we cover…
The difference between infrared and regular sauna
Benefits of sauna and research
Using sauna for detoxifying, including postpartum
How often we should utilize sauna / how to use
EMFs
Chromotherapy
Red light therapy & why not all RLT is the same
Halotherapy benefits
Learn more about Clearlight and their wellness tools here.2024-11-1234 minClean Living Convos20. Family Gut Health: how to prevent picky eating and live well by focusing on the whole family's gut health with Kate PopeCan you prevent or reverse picky eating in your child? Today we talk with Kate Pope (@WildNutritionist), certified nutritionist and GAPS practitioner. We cover A LOT of ground in regards to gut health including:
What is the GAPS nutritional protocol
How to detox while healing the gut
Preventing picky eating in kids
Steps to take if you have a picky eater
What foods to focus on with kids
How to give babies animal based foods
Sourkraut juice for babies and kids
The power of meatstock
Postpartum healing with animal based foods
The connection between eczema and the gut
G...2024-11-0533 minClean Living Convos19: Personal Care Products - why our products are so toxic and what to avoid with Melanie Petschke, cofounder of CrunchiToday I chat with Melanie Petschke, a dear friend and founder of Crunchi. Originally a nurse practitioner, Melanie is a genius with ingredient knowledge. In this episode we cover:
What is body burden
What our skin absorbs
The problem with ingredients in personal care products
What we need to avoid
Fragrance - what they’re hiding
How did we get to this place?
Regulations (and lack thereof) on beauty products
The pros and cons of the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act
If you're ready to swap your skincare or makeup, I can't recommend Crunchi enough. Their standards are...2024-10-2944 minClean Living Convos18: Children's Health: Dr. Joel Gator Warsh shares an integrative approach to children's healthWith over 265,000 followers on Instagram and a popular practice in California, Dr. Joel Warsh is a huge advocate for holistic family health. In this episode we discuss:
What integrative medicine is
Why we need to “parent at our Child’s pace” and trust our parenting gut
Current childhood health stats
Dr. Joel’s “SEEDS of wellbeing”
Why cooking at home is best
Toxins to avoid in our home
How to not be overwhelmed on a health journey
Why are we dealing with an early onset of puberty
How to build a wellness medicine chest
Advice and encouragement for parents
Grab...2024-10-1528 minClean Living Convos17. Histamine Intolerance: a different approach. Simple steps to heal your gut and heal your histamine intolerance with Heather FamularoHeather (@Grounded Approach) helped me solve my histamine intolerance, and now she’s sharing the why and how behind the growing histamine issues we’re facing. Check out her incredibly helpful course all about Reversing Histamine Intolerance and MCAS here, plus you can use code HISTAMINE20 for 20% off.In this episode we cover: Why a low histamine diet isn’t the fix The problem with antiobiotics and why our guts are so messed up What is histamine intolerance Steps to heal histamine intolerance Why meat stock is so powerful Die-off symptoms and what to do Gut...2024-10-0741 minClean Living Convos16. Cleaning Products: why you don't need a disinfectant and how to find toxin free cleaning productsShreya Patel and Kasey Norton from Hyve Clean join to share about how cleaning products impact your health, concerns with conventional cleaning products, and how to find toxin free alternatives.
In this episode we discuss:
How toxic conventional cleaning products are
VOC concerns and indoor air pollution
Greenwashing and transparency issues
What to look for in a clean product
Why you don’t always want to use a disinfectant
Ways to support homes microbiome
What probiotic based cleaners are
To learn more or try Hyve you can go here. You also can save 10% with code SAMM...2024-09-3031 minClean Living Convos15. Clean Water: why water filtration is important, how to find the right water filter with Greenfield WaterAngel and Zach Greenfield join me to dive deep into water and why it's so important to filter your water. In this episode we cover:
What contaminants can be in water
How to check your water
City water vs well water
Filtering more than just drinking water
Which water filter do you need?
Expectations / efficacy of filtration
Third party lab testing on filters
Structured water
You can learn more about Greenfield Water Filters here. If you decide to try their systems, you can save 10% with code CLEANLIVING
As always, your shares and ratings are so...2024-09-2437 minClean Living Convos14. Clean Coffee: what to avoid and what to look for to get the most health benefits from your coffeeAndrew Salisbury from Purity Coffee joins me to discuss all things coffee and how his company is focused on making coffee FOR health.
In this episode we discuss:
Health concerns around coffee
Pros and cons of caffeine
What to avoid in coffee (mycotoxins in coffee, organic coffee)
Why specialty grade coffee matters
The surprising reason sustainable coffee is important
Health benefits of coffee
The power of antioxidants in coffee
How to best prep coffee and keep the health benefits
For more information or to try Purity coffee, you can learn more here. You can use c...2024-09-1631 minClean Living Convos13. Hormone Health: What our hormones do and how to support them with Origins FertilityBy now you've likely heard that your hormones are important... but what do they do and how can we support this system? This episode is all about hormone health and understanding the vital endocrine system. With Integrative Nurse Practitioner, Sara bennett, in this episode we'll cover:
What are hormones, what they do, and how they impact us
Ways our body experiences stress, and how that impacts our hormones
Pactical ways to relieve stress, and the positive impact this has on our hormones
Hormone disrupting chemicals
Ways our body detoxifies
What is the Adrenal system, and the important role i...2024-09-1035 minClean Living Convos12. Label Reading: how to read ingredient labels to avoid toxinsThere's no doubt that being able to read product labels confidently takes time and effort, BUT it's so important to help you make safe choices for yourself and your family. Today we'll cover WHY you need to read labels, a few quick tips to look out for, and three ingredients to memorize and start avoiding.
Ready to dive deeper or jump start your clean living journey? Clean Living Academy is for you! Use code CONVOS to save 10% off the course.2024-06-1018 minClean Living Convos11. Eggs, poultry, and backyard chickens: what do the labels mean, and why you may want your own chickens with Dalia from Welcome to ChickenlandiaDalia is passionate about all things chickens, and she shares her heart behind why we need more people to have their own backyard chickens. Today we chat about the issue with factory farms, understanding egg and chicken labels, and so much more!
Resources mentioned:
Welcome to Chickenlandia on Youtube
Dalia's Book: "Let's All Keep Chickens!"
Welcome to Chickenlandia Website
2024-06-0433 minClean Living Convos10. Big Food: how processed foods are affecting us, and paving a new path with Lovebird CerealsParker Brooks shares how his time working at General Mills made him crave a better way to make and share food. He created Lovebird Cereal to offer an alternative to the majorly processed junk food that's common in our grocery stores today.
Learn more about Lovebird Cereal here.
Follow Lovebird on Instagram2024-05-2735 minClean Living Convos09. Tech Toxins: setting phone time boundaries with Heath Wilson of AroHeath Wilson co-founded Aro, and is passionate about protecting families by being more intentional with our time. Aro is a solution to our over-use of phones. They've created a tech tool to help you reform your habits around phone use and in turn connect better with those around you.
Get Aro - use code cleanlivingsammy to get your first month free!2024-05-2133 minClean Living Convos08. Gut Health: what your gut microbiome impacts and how to optimize your gut with Jessica MaschoffToday we're diving into gut health with Functional Nutritionist Jessica Maschoff of Nourishing Rhythms. She explains what our gut microbiome is and what it impacts, as well as how to help heal your gut microbiome. We also talk about the important of your gut health for conception and pregnancy and how to help your kids achieve a healthy gut microbiome.
Resources:
www.nourishingrhythms.com
www.instagram.com/nourishingrhythms
www.tinyhealth.com/
2024-05-1431 minClean Living Convos07. Growth Mindset for Eliminating Toxins with Dr. Andrew MurryWhen eliminating toxins in your daily life and swapping your products, you absolutely must have a growth mindset! This candid and helpful conversation is with my best friend and husband, Dr. Andrew Murry. He's a chiropractor, life long learner, and has been living a toxin-free lifestyle with me for nearly 10 years. If you, or your partner, have ever struggled with having the conviction to make lifestyle changes, this is the episode for you!
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Safe Swap Guide2024-05-0733 minClean Living Convos06. The ways your body absorbs toxins + top ingredients to avoid with Just IngredientsBella Didier and Lindsey Smith from Just Ingredients talk about why this education focused company was founded, and some of the standards you should be looking for in your own products. We cover everything from additives you should avoid, how to find clean protein powder, the importance of third party testing, and some of the challenges of making truly toxin-free products.
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2024-04-3038 minClean Living Convos05. The harmful effects of alcohol, the culturally accepted toxinTessa Morris, creator of Lumenade: the Botanical Beverage Co. joins me to talk about the ways alcohol affects our bodies, eye opening research, and safer alternatives we can enjoy.
Want to try Lumenade? You can use code cleanlivingsammy for 15% off!
https://drinklumenade.com/
https://www.instagram.com/drink_lumenade/2024-04-2234 minClean Living Convos04. Fertility and conception + what to look for in a clean prenatal with Wenatal FoundersThis conversation with Ronit Menashe & Vida Delrahim, founders of WeNatal prenatals, covers SO many important topics: Ronit and Vida's personal journeys with pregnancy loss, the huge decline in fertility and sperm health, what you should consider as you try to conceive, what to avoid in all supplements, and what you DO want in your prenatal supplement. We also discuss the huge importance of third party testing and why you want all of your supplement companies to do this.
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...2024-04-1635 minClean Living Convos03. Toxicity and environmental impact of disposable diapers with Kudos diapersYou've likely heard that some diapers are better than others. Amrita Saigal, the founder and CEO of Kudos diapers, breaks down what to avoid in diapers, environmental concerns, and what makes her diapers different!
Kudos are the diapers my family uses! You can try them and save 10% off with code SAMMY10 : https://bit.ly/CLLKudos2024-04-0930 minClean Living Convos02. The harmful effects of food dyes with Dr. Rebecca BevansFood dyes are unregulated in the US, yet there is evidence that shows that they greatly impact the behavior of both kids and adults. Dr. Rebecca Bevans is a huge advocate and educator against food dyes and she shares both her personal and professional experience with these chemicals and their harmful impacts.
Resources:
Dr Bevans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrebeccabevans
Supplements Dr. Bevans uses during reactions: https://brainhealthformulas.com/product/restore-for-food-dye-reactions-100-capsules/
2024-04-0241 minClean Living Convos01. Why toxin-free living mattersThe toxins we are exposed to each day are impacting us in huge ways- from cancer rates to hormone related issues. Here are the basics you need to know (think body burden and greenwashing) and WHY reducing our exposure to harmful chemicals in our everyday products is so important.
Resources for your clean living journey:
1. Follow this podcast to easily see every new episode, released each Tuesday
2. Ingredients to Avoid cheatsheet: https://www.cleanlivingladies.com/ingredients
3. Product Safe Swap Guide:
...2024-04-0216 minClean Living ConvosClean Living Convos TrailerWant to know a bit more about Clean Living Convos? Let's kick start the conversations with a little about the mission behind this show. Get excited for the pilot episode coming April 2nd!
Need more resources?
https://www.instagram.com/cleanlivingsammy
https://www.cleanlivingladies.com/
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