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The Shift with Sonia Azad

Sonia Azad is a two-time Emmy award-winning Health & Wellness journalist and yoga & meditation instructor based in the U.S. These podcast episodes should be considered conversation starters between Sonia and experts, physicians and real people. Her long-format, television interview style discussions explore major shifts in life and healthy ways to navigate them.

health & fitness medicine

All Episodes

22:56

The Painless Mammogram

The Shift with Sonia Azad ·

2026/10/02

Hate getting mammograms because they're painful, uncomfortable or stressful? Here's another option. In this episode of The Shift with Sonia Azad, I sit down with board-certified breast radiologist Dr. Richard Reaven, co-founder of The Painless Mammogram, to talk about a newer approach to breast imaging, and why understanding your options matters. We break down how a traditional mammogram works and how this newer technology differs. We also talk about: • How the painless mammogram works without

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35:12

How Perimenopause Changes Your Skin & Hair | A...

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2026/09/11

What happens to your skin and hair during perimenopause and menopause, and why does it sometimes feel like everything changes overnight? In this episode of The Shift with Sonia Azad, I sit down with integrative dermatologist Dr. Corinne Erickson to talk about the often-overlooked connection between hormonal changes and skin and hair health in midlife. We talk about why estrogen matters to the skin, what can contribute to hair loss in your 40s and 50s, why melasma can suddenly appear, and how GLP-1

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35:46

Fertility Preservation Explained: Egg Freezing vs...

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2026/04/23

Fertility preservation is changing how we think about family planning. In this episode, Sonia Azad sits down with fertility specialist Dr. Katie Doody to explore the evolving world of reproductive health and the options available today. We break down egg freezing vs embryo freezing— what it means, how it works, and what to consider. You'll learn: • The difference between egg freezing and embryo freezing • How age impacts fertility and outcomes • What the process actually looks like (timeline,

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34:41

What Every Woman Should Know About Fertility in Her...

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2026/04/21

Fertility is one of the most misunderstood areas of women's health, and most people don't realize how early planning actually matters. In this episode of The Shift podcast, Sonia Azad sits down with reproductive endocrinology and infertility specialist Dr. Kimberly Yau to break down everything you need to know about fertility, egg freezing, IVF, AMH testing, PCOS, irregular periods, and how age impacts reproductive health. You'll learn: • When to see a fertility specialist • What AMH actually means

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36:06

Health Tourism & Hair Transplants in Turkey

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2025/09/20

Would you get a hair transplant in Turkey? Istanbul is now among global leaders in health tourism. In this episode of The Shift with Sonia Azad, we explore the reasons behind the popular shift toward medical care outside of the U.S. through the experience of Minnesota native Devin Buckley (yes, from Love is Blind Season 8). Devin is documenting his hair transplant journey with Vera Clinic. Related Links: https://www.sonia-azad.com/blog/medic... https://www.veraclinic.net Show Notes: You can

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34:42

Cold Therapy and Testosterone

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2025/03/26

Whether you're into ice baths or cold plunge, cold therapy is having a moment! If you're curious but not sure of the benefits, this episode of The Shift with Sonia Azad addresses those questions. Sonia chats with Thomas Seager, PhD, Associate Professor for Arizona State University's School of Sustainable Engineering. The CEO of Morozko Forge candidly shares the reasons behind his personal shift toward wellness and his research related to cold therapy. He distinguishes the difference between ice

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26:16

BrainTap with Dr. Patrick Porter

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2025/03/19

How long does it take to create a new habit? Is it possible to rewire your brain at any age? How can I get a full, restful night's sleep without my mind keeping me wide awake? In this episode of The Shift with Sonia Azad, we chat with Dr. Patrick Porter, founder of BrainTap Technologies. His mission is to better a billion brains around the world... and the company is well on its way! Learn how this science-driven technology can hack your brain into focusing, thinking and sleeping better. Dr

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27:35

Dave Asprey: Father of Biohacking

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2025/03/12

What is biohacking? It's a term you're seeing all over the Internet these days. How does biohacking help you to be healthier and live longer? In this episode of The Shift with Sonia Azad, we chat with the Father of Biohacking (yes, the man who invented the definition), Dave Asprey. The entrepreneur, 4x NY Times bestselling author and founder of Bulletproof Coffee shares more about his new book, Heavily Meditated, plus upcoming conferences in Texas where you can hear more about the latest in

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27:37

Athletic Recovery with Griff Long

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2025/03/06

In this episode of The Shift with Sonia Azad, we explore the essential landscape of recovery for those looking to up their fitness and longevity game. A world class athlete, and President of Upgrade Labs, Griff Long shares more about: biohacking at Upgrade Labs, how data and wearable tech have helped him to embrace recovery days and his plans to speak at the upcoming CryoCon Convention in Dallas April 3-5. Related Links: https://upgradelabs.com https://cryoconvention.com

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22:58

55 Years of Jazzercise

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2025/01/09

In this episode of The Shift with Sonia Azad, we examine the shift in women's fitness with Jazzercise CEO Shanna Missett Nelson. Shanna's mom, Judi Sheppard-Missett started Jazzercise 55 years ago and still teaches today. We discuss how they've shifted to maintain a relevant and growing brand through the decades, plus why Jazzercise is such a popular and effective form of exercise for women of all ages and stages of life. Jazzercise classes emphasize these key components: Getting up and down off

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32:44

Skincare Advice from a Dermatologist

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2024/12/26

This episode of The Shift with Sonia Azad is all about best skincare practices as we age. What are the most effective ways to address changes in the skin including: texture, color, adult acne, and sun spots? Sonia sits down with a board certified dermatologist to distinguish the "must-try" products and technology -- from the gimmicks that are a waste of money.

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29:46

Signs of Mini Stroke

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2024/12/19

In this episode of The Shift with Sonia Azad, we discuss the unusual & often overlooked warning signs of stroke. This episode is personal: Sonia shares her own oversight and learns information that she didn't know when this happened in her family. Dr. Claudia Perez explains more about prevention, the likelihood of a "mini stroke" serving as a precursor to something bigger, and why experts now refer to these medical emergencies as "TIAs" (Transient Ischemic Attacks).

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30:27

Maternal Mental Health

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2024/05/09

In this episode of The Shift with Sonia Azad, we start a conversation about Maternal Mental Health. According to the CDC, 1 in 8 women experiences postpartum depression; 50% of them are untreated. Maternal Mental Health conditions like depression, anxiety, and substance abuse disorder affect 1 in 5 women, and are referred to by the American Hospital Association as the most prominent complications of pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum. Sonia sits down with Megan Graves, LCSW-S, from Texas Health

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31:48

Father of Aerobics: Dr. Kenneth Cooper

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2024/04/10

What's the secret to a long and healthy life? In this episode of The Shift with Sonia Azad, we get the answer from the man who invented aerobics, Dr. Kenneth Cooper. Now age 93, Dr. Cooper sits down with Sonia to reflect on his 40 year running career, the resurgence of interest in physical fitness, and how he shifted from a 29-year old with hypertension and pre-diabetes to a two-time Boston marathon finisher. Dr. Cooper is passionate about getting preventive medicine into core curriculums in medical

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38:21

Financial Health

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2024/04/03

Where does our relationship with money come from? What does a healthy relationship with money look like? Is it possible to live your "dream life" without winning the lottery? In this episode of The Shift with Sonia Azad, Texas-based financial consultant Mary Lyons (aka The Wealth Woman) answers these questions and offers creative advice for financial planning no matter how much money you currently have or earn.

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37:04

Brain Health

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2024/03/27

In this episode of The Shift with Sonia Azad, we take a deep dive into better brain health. What are simple, effective ways you can begin to feel more positive? What is the number one habit to focus on for enhanced overall cognitive function? What if you're in a season of life that feels endlessly mundane, depressing or earth shattering? Cognitive Neuroscientist Dr. Julie Fratantoni from UT Dallas' Center for Brain Health, sits down with Sonia to deliver solutions.

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32:06

Relationships: From Children to Colleagues

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2023/12/20

In this episode of The Shift with Sonia Azad, we navigate relationships with 'others'-- from children to colleagues. Dr. Kate Mangona, pediatric radiologist and relationship coach explores emotion-based response, setting boundaries, and mindset shift when you feel anger entering the arena.

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33:55

Relationships: Marriage & Divorce

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2023/12/13

In this episode of The Shift with Sonia Azad, we explore the shifts into and out of marriage. Sonia chats with Dallas-based psychotherapist Dr. Von Eaglin about effective communication, rebuilding trust and the questions couples should consider before embarking on a lifelong journey together.

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38:06

Relationships: Dating

The Shift with Sonia Azad ·

2023/09/20

In this episode of The Shift with Sonia Azad, we ride the roller coaster of modern day dating-- the ups and the downs. Sonia chats with Alisa Woodall, licensed therapist and self-discovery guide who emphasizes that dating is introspective work and that self-awareness is the key to successful partnership.

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28:59

Relationships: Self & Source

The Shift with Sonia Azad ·

2023/09/13

In this episode of The Shift with Sonia Azad, we explore our relationship to self and Source. This is the introduction to a series on navigating challenging relationships with others. But, as with most things, we begin with ourselves. Sonia's interview with the President of a faith-based counseling group touches on how spirituality and faith play a role in exhibiting and extending: kindness, compassion and perspectives.

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