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PODCAST

Diet Culture Dropout

Atheana Brown RD

Diet Culture Dropout aims to break down the pervasive cultural narrative that revolves around dieting and disordered relationships with food and body image. By dropping out of diet culture we can celebrate all bodies and work towards dismantling weight stigma. Together, let"s stop the transgenerational trauma of body shame and dieting. Atheana takes a non-diet, Health At Every Size and Intuitive Eating approach. This is a safe space for exploration, mindful moments and take-home practices for

health & fitness nutrition

All Episodes

01:02:57

92. Beyond the Buzz: GLP-1s in Real Life with Larissa...

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2026/01/07

In this compelling episode of Diet Culture Dropout, we welcome Larissa Ends, a dietitian and certified diabetes educator based in Edmonton, Alberta. Together, we delve into the topic of GLP-1 medications, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, exploring their uses, side effects, and real-world implications. Larissa shares her insights from clinical research trials and discusses the complex interplay between these medications and weight management, diabetes control, and overall well-being. We also touch on the

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01:05:41

91. The 10 Honest Truths from two an Anti-Diet...

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2025/12/17

In this episode of Diet Culture Dropout, I welcome back Jennifer Neale, a registered dietician and certified intuitive eating counselor, to discuss the current social media trend of dieticians sharing honest advice without sugarcoating. We dive into various misconceptions around dieting, body image, and health, emphasizing the importance of considering social determinants of health, moving away from restrictive eating, and being critical of health information from social media. We also highlight the

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00:12:53

90. How Do You Measure Progress Without a Diet?

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2025/12/03

If you’ve ever asked, “But how do I know if it’sworking?” when moving away from dieting, this one’s for you.We’ll explore what growth really looks like when your goals aren’t about weight loss — from reclaiming peace at mealtime, to reconnecting with hunger cues, to feeling at home in your body again.✨Do you need personalized and inclusive nutrition support? Book a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠free 20 minute discovery call ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠with Atheana Brown today to get supported on healing your relationship with

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00:13:50

89. Where do I begin with applying food neutrality?...

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2025/11/26

In this episode of Diet Culture Dropout, the focus is on the concept of food neutrality. Atheana shares that food neutrality involves removing moral judgments from food, emphasizing that food choices do not reflect a person's character. Labels such as 'good' or 'bad' food can shape how individuals view food and themselves, leading to shame and unhealthy eating behaviors. This episode gives you practical steps for practicing food neutrality along with sme journal prompts to help

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00:16:44

88. Self-Compassion in Recovery: A Path Toward...

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2025/11/12

In this episode of Diet Culture Dropout, the focus is on the power of self-compassion in overcoming disordered eating and body image issues. Atheana discusses the significance of treating oneself with the same kindness shown to a good friend, as outlined by researcher Kristin Neff. Self-compassion is broken down into self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness. Practical steps to incorporate self-compassion include recognizing critical self-talk, reminding oneself of shared humanity, offering

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00:29:39

87. Building Body Trust: Redefining Fitness with...

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2025/10/22

In this episode Atheana welcomes Courtney McCarthy, a certified fitness instructor and confidence coach, who advocates for body positivity and neutrality in fitness. Courtney shares her unique journey from a government career to the fitness industry, sparked by a transformative Zumba class experience. She discusses the importance of building body trust through fitness and how societal norms and diet culture can erode this trust. Courtney offers practical advice on redefining success in fitness

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00:38:40

86. Understanding Trauma: Effects on Body and Mind...

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2025/10/08

In this episode Atheana is joined by Kelsey Cici, a registered social worker and trauma therapist based in the Kawartha Lakes. The conversation delves into the connections between trauma, the nervous system, and relationships with food and body image, exploring how trauma manifests in the body and different modalities to support trauma processing. Kelsey explains concepts like interoception, neuroception, and the roles of various parts of self, introducing therapeutic techniques such as Internal

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00:35:33

85. Navigating Picky Eating with Psychology with Dr....

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2025/09/03

In this episode of Diet Culture Dropout, the host welcomes Dr.Hilary Claire, a clinical psychologist specializing in supporting mothers with stress, burnout, and parenting challenges. Dr. Claire discusses the topic of picky eating from a psychological perspective, emphasizing the importance of creating a calm and safe mealtime environment. She highlights factors thatinfluence selective eating, such as parental behavior, sensory issues, and physiological problems. Dr. Clare also stresses the need for

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00:45:49

83. Navigating ADHD + Motherhood with Ashley Webster

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2025/08/06

In this episode of Diet Culture Dropout Atheana welcomes Ashley Webster to discuss her journey with ADHD and motherhood. Ashley shares her experience of being diagnosed with ADHD after postpartum depression and sleep deprivation led to severe burnout. She advocates for mental health awareness, particularly for mothers, and talks about the societal challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals. Ashley also discusses the misdiagnosis of women, the impact of genetic and societal factors on ADHD, and

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01:02:27

81. Weight Inclusivity and Bariatric Surgery: A Deep...

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2025/05/07

Atheana welcomes Vincci Tsui, a dietitian, to discuss bariatric surgery. Vincci shares her extensive background, including her shift to weight-inclusive practices. They delve into Vincci's personal experiences working in bariatric surgery, the complexities of such procedures, and the challenges faced by patients, such as diet culture and weight stigma. Vincci offers insights into the inadequacies of current screening for eating disorders and the fallout of weight regain post-surgery. They also

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00:13:08

81. Pictures of Life: How to Anchor Positive Feelings...

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2025/04/23

In this solo episode of Diet Culture Dropout, Atheana discusses the challenges and emotional complexities of taking and evaluating photos, especially concerning body image. The episode offers strategies for making the process easier, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion and mindfulness. It suggests grounding techniques like journaling about the event and connecting to sensory experiences before viewing photos. Atheana also draws an analogy to taking pictures of the moon and nature to

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00:34:03

80. Redefining Success in the Gym: A Weight-Neutral...

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2025/04/09

In this episode we welcome Mark Breedon, a fitness professional from Calgary, Alberta, known for his non-diet, weight-neutral approach to fitness. We banter about the rarity of men in the anti-diet culture space and the skepticism Breedon initially faced. Breedon shares his journey from a weight-focused fitness approach to a weight-neutral philosophy, emphasizing the mental and physical benefits of focusing on non-aesthetic goals. We talk about the misconceptions around weight and health, and the

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00:20:51

79. Are you in work hustle and struggle eating lunch?...

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2025/03/26

The podcast addresses the common issue of neglectinghunger during work, resulting in binge eating later. It offers 9 tips on ways to manage this common behaviour. Atheana emphasizes the importance of making eating a priority for maintaining energy and overall well-being.✨Do you need personalized and inclusive support? Book a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠free 20 minute discovery call ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠with Atheana Brown today to get supported on healing your relationship with food + body. ➡️ You can also join the monthly

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00:42:56

78: How to be a Body Image Role Model with Kate McGill

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2025/03/12

In this episode of Die Culture Dropout, Atheana interviews Kate McGill, an accredited dietician and body image coach from Sydney, Australia. Kate discusses her background and personal journey with body image issues and disordered eating, which fueled her passion for helping others. The central topic is how parents and caregivers can be positive body image role models for children and young teens. Kate emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, mindful language, and criticism of diet culture in the

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00:58:25

77. How My Daughters Eating Disorder Changed...

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2025/02/28

In this episode Atheana welcomes Jen, a mother who shares the emotional journey of her daughter's eating disorder. They discuss the various signs and behaviors that led to the diagnosis, including excessive exercise and food restriction, amidst the backdrop of COVID-19. Jen reflects on her initial understanding as a guidance counselor, the impact of diet culture, and the role of a medical team in her daughter’s recovery. The discussion also highlights the immense support from family and friends,

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00:28:31

76. Exploring the Use of Continuous Glucose Monitors...

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2025/01/29

We welcome back Renee Little for another episode. Talking today about continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), exploring their pros, cons, and Renée's personal experience using onefor 10 days. We discuss the origins and intended use of CGMs for people with diabetes, along with concerns about its misinterpretation and potential harm when used by non-diabetics. Renée shares insights from her experiment, highlighting the technical and psychological impacts of using a CGM device. Resources

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00:12:59

75. New year intentions, goals and more podcasting!

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2025/01/15

Welcome back! After a 3 month pause on the podcast I ma back and excited to connect you with more content. This episode I share what: has been coming up for me on my end in the last few months some ideas for reflections as you move into the new year ideas for new year goals and intentions share about the free Self-Care Challenge talk about self-compassion in the prime diet culture season Join the free Self- Care Challenge? Do you have a topic or question you would like me to add to the

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01:01:17

74. Living Authentically Through Values with Laura Jean

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2024/10/30

This week we welcome Laura Jean, a dietitian from Australia. We dive deep into understanding and identifying personal values, disconnecting from diet culture, and aligning actions with core values in various aspects of life, including parenting, business, and personal growth. The discussion encapsulates the importance of curiosity, connection, and compassion in grounding oneself in authentic values and making intentional changes away from the default cultural narratives.Connect with

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00:14:31

73. Is Food Addiction Real with Atheana Brown

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2024/10/02

This podcast episode explores the concept of food addiction, questioning its validity by comparing essential life functions like eating to non-essential substance addictions. It emphasizes the role of dietary restrictions in perceived food addiction. Through various studies, including those on fasting-induced sugar binging in rats and cultural food pairings, the episode highlights how restrictions increase cravings and dopamine responses, leading to binge eating behaviors. Atheana advocates for

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00:35:50

72. Kickstarting September: Essential School Lunch...

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2024/09/18

This week's episode on Diet Culture Dropout details tips for easing into school routines, particularly focusing on children's lunchtime habits and environments. I share ten practical tips for a more successful school lunch. I also emphasizes minimizing food policing and pressure, involving kids in meal planning, and maintaining open communication with teachers to align on food rules and practices. Central to the discussion is fostering a positive, pressure-free food relationship and ensuring

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