Get Wellthy
46 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 201 ratingsHi! I'm Michelle, founder of The Whole Smiths and author of two best-selling, healthy cookbooks. Somewhere along my journey into health and wellness, I realized wellness and feeling good was about more than just diets and exercise.
It's about the people we surround ourselves with, our mindsets, the belief systems we hold on to and the habits and rituals we hold for ourselves.In Get Wellthy, we explore a myriad of wellness topics that have the potential to improve our lives, reset our bodies, shift our minds and get us feeling good again. Not to mention, we do it in a fun, approachable, and super unpretentious way.
If that doesn't hook you, I'm a wanna-be comedian so come join us for the jokes and let me entertain you.
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Episodes
Why We Give a Sh&^ and How to Stop Giving Too Many
November 15, 2023 19:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBHere's the deal. When we give too many shi^%s about too many things it can feel at best, overwhelming, and at it's worst anxiety inducing and paralyzing. In today's episode, Michelle and Brad identify the reasons why we give a sh&^ and talk about how we can care about something without internalizing it in an unhealthy manner.
Life Lessons from Taylor Swift
October 17, 2023 16:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBThat's right. They're talking Taylor Swift! Take a listen to this fun episode where Michelle and Brad talk all about T Swizzle and what we can learn from her and her accomplishments. Taylor Swift's extraordinary career has been the result of talent, diligence and belief. Brad and Michelle extract just a few of the lessons we can glean from her and talk about how we can apply those concepts to our own lives.
Tuning In To Our Intuition
October 10, 2023 19:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBWhat exactly is intuition and do all of us have it? How do we recognize intuition in an overthinking mind? Should we always listen to our intuition? We all know what intuition means but are we actually tapping into it and using it for our highest good? These are just few of the questions Brad & Michelle explore in today's episode about, you guessed it, intuition. If you'd like to join us in our 30-day AG1 challenge and support Get Wellthy, you can do so here!
When Your Work Out Isn't Working Out
September 26, 2023 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBDoes it ever seem like the work you're putting into your workouts doesn't line up with the results you're seeing? Does it ever feel like everyone else has all the time in the world to fit in a workout, except for you? Do you feel what once worked for your body is no longer effective? If you answered, "yes" to any of those questions, this episode is for you. Michelle & Brad talk about how to move forward when you get into a workout rut. And don't worry, it's not just the same, "wake up earli...
Society's Messaging vs. Society's Practices
September 24, 2023 22:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBDo you ever feel like the messaging we hear in society doesn't align with the reality of what's actually happening in society? We're told not to stress, but live in a time where we're inundated with stressors. Mental health is an important topic, but are we actually practicing what we preach from the top down? And don't even get started with health and dieting messaging which can be full of conflicting narratives. Join Michelle and Brad as they dissect this topic and talk about ways to eva...
Declutter Your Sh*^, Mentally and Beyond
May 04, 2023 17:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBInspired by Spring cleaning, Michelle & Brad chat about taking out the clutter. Physically and mentally. They discuss the various kinds of clutter that we constantly accumulate and the importance of removing it from our lives to be optimally present. In personal updates, they also chat about the pitfalls of fitness trackers and Michelle's purpose with The Whole Smiths.
Gathering, Letting Go, & Spirituality with Casper ter Kuile
April 07, 2023 15:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBToday we have friend of Get Wellthy, Casper ter Kuile, back to talk about the art of connection, how to foster community in today's world and how "letting go" is intricately tied into spirituality. You can find more information on his small group course, The Nearness, here. Make sure to follow Casper on Instagram to stay up to date with all of his work.
Can the Modern Woman Have It "All"?
March 20, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBIn today's episode, Brad and Michelle dissect the notion that today's woman can have it "all". A main theme that runs through the conversation is the discussion of what "all" actually means and the value of that needing to be able to vary by woman. Can every woman have all based on what that all is to them? Do women have too much on their plate to effectively have it "all"? Is society currently structured in a way so that any woman can have whatever it is that they consider "all"? We may...
Free Your Phone, the Rest Will Follow
February 27, 2023 15:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBThey're BACK! In this episode, Michelle and Brad chat all about how phone intrusions and urgency culture have gotten to be problematic. They explore how it can be impacting things like anxiety, productivity and more. As well, Brad refuses to admit he's stubborn and Michelle discovers she's anemic and has a developing lisp??
35. What actually counts as “self-care”?
November 23, 2021 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBWhat do you think about when you hear the word self-care? A 5 star resort? Or something more simplistic like an uninterrupted shower? Over the last several years, the meaning of self-care in our culture has morphed. While bringing this idea to light has definitely helped some realize the need to slow down and fill their cups, it has also given others a warped sense of the phrase, leaving them to believe that they are undeserving or not in need of the “luxury” of self-care. Today, we are di...
34. Making Gratitude Who We Are
November 09, 2021 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBWe always talk the talk about gratitude but what does it mean to walk the walk of gratitude? There’s no doubt gratitude has become yet another coveted buzzword. If you get online for any amount of time, you’ll find gratitude practices, meditations, and memes all around the idea of producing ways to be grateful. But how does that actually apply to our everyday lives? Is what everyone is selling us online actually making a difference or is it all a fluke? Today Michelle and Brad talk about ...
33. Embracing Nuance and the Ability to Change
October 19, 2021 04:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBWhat the hell does nuance have to do with wellness?! Extreme dieting or eating whatever you want. Working out to the extreme, or not working out at all. Carb cutting, or carb-loading. Cutting out all technology, or using it for everything. Here’s the point: a black and white way of thinking isn’t healthy, and it’s not helping our wellness or our well-being in any sense of the word. That’s where nuance comes in, and why we are discussing the need to embrace nuance in today’s episode. ...
32. Motherhood and Finding Balance in 2021
October 05, 2021 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBDoes anyone else feel like motherhood has become an unrealistic juggling act even more than normal over the last several years? Honestly, between school and sports, Pinterest parties, PTO, snack, field trips, and trying to actually manage work and home, and then adding a pandemic on top of that, it’s no wonder we are all losing our minds! Today, we are talking all about the struggles that come along with modern day parenting. And while the list of expectations seems to be never-ending, the...
31. Girl, Why you so Triggered?
September 21, 2021 04:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBWe all have different triggers, what are yours? This week we are diving into different types of triggers. And while the word “triggers” has certainly become buzzworthy, we aren’t just going to talk about them for the fun of it. Today, we are going to actually start doing something about them. Triggers, annoyances, and pet peeves, all look different for each of us, but if we learn to lean into them they can become productive bits of information that help us to learn more about ourselves an...
30. Mental Health Check-In
September 07, 2021 04:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBHave you checked in with yourself recently? Life has been crazy and it can be easy to lose track of the time, get busy with never ending to-do lists, and neglect what’s truly going on inside. Before you know it, you are feeling restless, uneasy, and on the verge of losing it. If you are feeling this way, just know you’re not alone. There’s so much crazy floating around in the world and trying to process all of the extra stuff on top of our regularly scheduled programming can be tough. Th...
29. When Social Media Isn’t So Social
August 17, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBAnyone else feel like social media is completely different than it was five, three, or even one year ago?! Whether you are an online influencer or simply a consumer of social media, we have all witnessed a shift in the use of social media. What started as a simple way to connect with people you haven’t seen since high school, is now a war zone of algorithms, catfishes, and highlight reels. Today, Michelle and Brad discuss the changes they have witnessed over the past year or so, how it has...
28. Today’s Spirituality: Is it healthy? Is it working? with Zack Alexander
August 03, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBAmong the thousands of other current buzzwords as of late, spirituality is certainly at the top of the list...but at the heart of it all, is it working? Have we taken it too far from its intended roots? Today, this is something Michelle and Brad had the honor of discussing with Zack Alexander. Zack is a Shamanic Healer & Shadow-Work Coach, and today he shares his journey with us. He is candid as he talks about the role spiritually plays in his life even as an expert and how he arrived to t...
27. The Long Game and the Reward of Not Quitting with Katee Sackhoff
July 20, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBIf you’ve been feeling discouraged about life, whether it be because a business idea isn’t working out as planned or you’re finding yourself feeling inadequate after scrolling social media, you’re going to want to tune in today. Today Michelle and Brad share a conversation they had with actress Katee Sackhoff. You may know her from shows like The Mandalorian, Battlestar Galatica, Longmore and so many more. Katee is magnetic and has an authentic positivity about her. Her positivity might be...
26. Why Trendy Diets Alone Won’t Lead to a Lasting Wellness
July 06, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBAnyone else tired of trying diet after diet after watching others succeed, only to find nothing has truly changed? Especially long term? You’re not alone. And also, you’re not broken...the diet industry is, and in season two we are talking a lot more about this. If you log onto social media, you will find an influx of “before and afters,” highlight reels, and a host of different diets. And today Michelle and Brad talk about the dangers of taking these things too much to heart, EVEN from th...
25. Better Sleep, Better You with Dr. Frank Lipman, MD.
May 25, 2021 04:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBSleep. It’s something we all do, all need more of and we’d like to state that it’s more than likely something a large majority of us struggle with. So what are we to do about it? Recognized as a vocal pioneer of integrative and functional medicine (or what he calls “good medicine”), Dr. Frank Lipman is the founder of Eleven Eleven Wellness Center and the Chief Medical Officer at The Well, both in New York City. He is the best-selling author of seven books—How to Be Well, The New Health Rule...
24. We’ve Been Keeping a Little Secret with Michelle and Brad
May 11, 2021 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBA note from Michelle and Brad: First of all, we want our listeners to know how truly much you mean to us. Over the course of the last year, we have shifted gears more than once and you have stuck with us along the way. This podcast has been quite a journey, but honestly it is the perfect thing for the direction we want to be going. We have been diving into joy and alignment over the course of the last few months and the shifts we’ve made and addition of the podcast have truly made us feel m...
23. The Art and Science of Subtraction with Leidy Klotz
April 27, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBWhen we are feeling overwhelmed, burdened, or near burnout why is it that our reflex is always to add? Add a new system to take on more, add some type of organizational tool to help us stay afloat, add help so that we can continue to carry our already full plates. What would happen if we attempted to subtract, rather than add? Well, today that’s something we are going to explore. Leidy Klotz is the Copenhaver Associate Professor at the University of Virginia. Today we are discussing his ne...
22. Discovering Your Own Personal Joy with Kelsey J Patel
April 20, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBWhat if we told you that you were in control of the amount of joy in your life? Would you believe it? Would you accept the challenge to begin finding it? Kelsey J Patel is an author and meditation teacher who is also certified in EFT and today she is helping us continue the conversation on discovering joy. There are many different facets of our lives that play into joy and today Kelsey walks us through the process of what it takes to be truly joyful. As you will hear in this episode, Kelse...
22. Discovering Your Own Personal Joy with Kelsey J Patel
April 20, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBWhat if we told you that you were in control of the amount of joy in your life? Would you believe it? Would you accept the challenge to begin finding it? Kelsey J Patel is an author and meditation teacher who is also certified in EFT and today she is helping us continue the conversation on discovering joy. There are many different facets of our lives that play into joy and today Kelsey walks us through the process of what it takes to be truly joyful. As you will hear in this episode, Kelse...
21. You Asked, We Answered! Q&A with Michelle and Brad
April 06, 2021 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MBIs Michelle going to write another cookbook? Do Brad and Michelle enjoy working together? How did you guys meet? How do you deal with the haters? You asked, and today, Michelle and Brad answered. If you’ve ever wished that you could sit down and hang out with Michelle and Brad, today’s episode is right up your alley. Michelle and Brad spend time answering some of your most frequently asked questions. While we know you all love the information-rich episodes, every now and then it’s nice to...
20. Unwinding Anxiety with Dr. Jud Brewer
March 30, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MBHas anyone else been struggling with endless anxiety this year? Has it felt compounded with each month that has gone by? There’s no doubt this past year has brought a lot of fear and anxiety to the forefront of our lives. Fortunately, this fear and anxiety is something we can get a grasp on. It’s not a product of our circumstances that’s here to stay. Dr. Jud Brewer is an internationally renowned addiction psychiatrist and neuroscientist and New York TImes Best Selling author. Dr. Jud is a...
19. Optimizing Brain Health with Drs. Dean and Ayesha Sherzai
March 23, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 52.1 MBHave you ever wondered if there was anything you could do to prevent the decline of your memory or overall brain health as you age? It seems so normal to think of an elderly person and tie memory loss or impairment with their age, but the truth is, that simply doesn’t have to be the case. Today we are talking about this with two brilliant physicians, Drs. Dean and Ayesha Sherzai. Drs. Dean and Ayesha Sherzai, are a unique husband and wife team of neurologists on the cutting edge of brain s...
18. Choosing Joy in 2021 with Michelle and Brad
March 16, 2021 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBHow has your mood been over the last year? Are you struggling with emotional rollercoasters? Or even worse, do you just feel to be in a slump all of the time with few “highs”? A few weeks ago, we decided to poll our Instagram community to get an idea about how everyone has been feeling over this last year. It was both saddening and confirming to know that more than eighty percent of people felt a decline in their mood and they were struggling with how to fix it. Fast forward to today’s epi...
17. How to Tap into Our Higher Selves with Stephanie Telfer-Lara, MA
March 09, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 52.2 MBToday, Michelle and Brad have their first repeat guest, Stephanie Telfer-Lara! As you guys know, Stephanie is a spiritual psychologist and today she shares all about what it means to tap into our higher selves. She explains how spirituality can play into our lives, why it’s important in the first place, how we can discover what spirituality means for ourselves, and more. This episode goes deep, but in a way that is easy to understand and digest. Just like every other topic on this podcast,...
16. Struggling with Imposter Syndrome? with Dr. Lisa Orbe-Austin
March 02, 2021 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBDo you ever get that feeling that you’re sitting in a seat you haven’t earned? That maybe you aren’t qualified to do whatever it is that you’re doing? How do we determine if there is truth to those reservations, or if it’s all in our heads? Likey, it’s in your head, so how do we tell ourselves to knock it off and can keep moving forward? These are just some of the questions that we find answers to today during our conversation with Dr. Lisa Orbe-Austin. Not only is Dr. Lisa Orbe-Austin a p...
15. The Secret Life of Fat with Dr. Sylvia Tara, PHD
February 23, 2021 05:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MBWe all know that person who can down a plate of brownies and not gain a single pound (cough cough, Brad). And then there are some of us who can look at a photo of a cupcake and instantaneously gain three pounds. Why the heck does this happen and what are we doing wrong to cause this?! Dr. Sylvia Tara is a biochemist and a bestselling author, and today she is talking to us all about fat and the role it plays in our bodies. This conversation is enlightening and more importantly encouraging. ...
14. Finding and Cultivating Adult Friendships with Kat Vellos
February 16, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBStill pondering how to actually invest in good friendships since our amazing episode with Kristen Boehmer? Us too! That’s exactly why we invited Kat Vellos to join us on Get Wellthy. Kat is an author, speaker and community creator specializing in the areas of connection and adult friendship. Over the last year we’ve all been forced to isolate, sit in front of screens, and reconcile current friendships. Many would contend that these circumstances have been a massive disservice to our relati...
13. How to Meaningfully Connect with Our Tweens and Teens with Kirsten Cobabe
February 09, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MB“Oh, you think parenting toddlers is hard? Just wait until the teen years!” Chances are if you’re a parent, at one point or another, someone has projected their negative feelings toward being a parent of older kids. But is that really the narrative we need to accept? Today on Get Wellthy, we are chatting with Kirsten Cobabe who is known as the “teen whisperer” and has some amazing resources for parents of teens. Kirsten was so helpful in answering many of the questions that come along with...
12. Quieting Internal Chatter with Ethan Kross
February 02, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBDo you ever have moments where that voice inside your head just keeps talking and you can’t get it to stop? The voice that replays that and awkward interaction over and over again? Or that negative self talk that you just can’t seem to turn into a positive. The voice that’s rehashing past events or worrying about future ones? That voice. Ethan Kross calls that “chatter” and details all we need to know about that voice in his new book, Chatter. Today we are talking to him all about why this...
11. Diet and Exercise Can’t Fix Everything with Dana Monsees, MS, CNS, LDN
January 26, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBHave you ever spent months of your life being dedicated to a diet and exercise plan, and yet your health goals are never reached, the scale never budges and you still feel like SH!#?! Today Michelle and Brad chat with Dana Monsees from Real Food with Dana. She is a board certified dietitian-nutritionist, and body image coach. She is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to what works and what doesn’t in our wellness worlds. Dana spends her time today sharing about how diet and exercise are ...
10. What the Heck is EFT aka Tapping?! with Stephanie Telfer-Lara, MA
January 19, 2021 05:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBStephanie Telfer-Lara, MA. is a spiritual psychologist and transformation coach specializing in anxiety and EFT (emotional freedom technique.) Today, Stephanie shares a bit about her journey with anxiety and how tapping has helped her tremendously along the way. Wondering what the heck tapping is? Brad was too. In short, tapping is an easily accessible tool we can all use to help us manage the times we are feeling out of alignment. Today Michelle and Brad spend some time exploring more abou...
9. Building a Life You Love with Randy Spelling
January 12, 2021 05:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBHave you ever had seasons where life feels murky and difficult but you’re not quite sure what needs to be adjusted? Maybe you’re going through the motions and giving your best every day, but something still feels “off.” Today on Get Wellthy, Michelle and Brad sit down with life coach Randy Spelling and talk extensively about the importance of seeking clarity and pinpointing the cause of those murky seasons. Randy explains why this is important and shares action steps that you can take to st...
8. Why Setting New Year's Intentions May be a Better Choice than Resolutions
January 05, 2021 05:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBWelcome to 2021! If you’re finding yourself feeling a bit less than this year with all of the “New Year, New You” talk, an unwillingness to set an arbitrary resolution or finding yourself already struggling to adhere to an unrealistic expectation you set for yourself, this episode is for you. Today Michelle and Brad are talking all about their thoughts behind why New Year’s resolutions often fail, how we should instead be reframing January and what they really think about America’s favorit...
7. Our Food Philosophy & The Heart Behind Real Food Every Day
December 29, 2020 05:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBNot only is today a special day because Michelle’s second cookbook, Real Food Every Day is OFFICIALLY out in the world, but Michelle and Brad want to share a little more about the heart behind the cookbook. Not to mention, some behind the scenes tidbits. Listen to today’s episode to hear about how their relationship with food has evolved over the years and how that’s reflected in the book. Also, Michelle shares a couple fun stories about the recipes in the book as well as her future plans fo...
6. Just a Fun Holiday Episode to Get you in the Spirit with Michelle and Brad
December 22, 2020 05:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBThis week just so happens to be one of the craziest week’s of the year, so in honor of that, Michelle and Brad wanted to share a light-hearted and bite sized episode for you to listen to as you drink a glass of wine and wrap gifts, drive around and finish up your holiday shopping, or even hide away in your closet from all of your responsibilities. Regardless of how or where you listen, Michelle and Brad hope to lighten your mood, and wish you the happiest of holiday seasons! Things We Discu...
5. Reclaiming Your Joy this Holiday Season: How to Practice Self-Compassion and Intention to Make the Holiday Season More Joyful with Author Robyn Conley Downs
December 15, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBFor many of us, 2020 has left us feeling unsettled, discontent, and disappointed in more ways than one. Unfortunately, a lot of it can be due to the unnecessary and unrealistic standards that we hold ourselves to. Today, Robyn Conley Downs is sharing with us her poignant advice on how to let go of these unneeded expectations in order to create lives that are more joyful and peaceful. Listen to this episode to get the encouragement you need to shift your mindset to pursue a life of intention...
4. Why Community, Soulful Practices, and Intention Matter with Casper Ter Kuile
December 08, 2020 05:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBToday on the podcast we are chatting with Ministry Innovation Fellow at Harvard Divinity School and author Casper Ter Kuile, you’re not going to want to miss it! We discuss many of the thought provoking topics from his book, The Power of Ritual, and how we can use them to reframe existing rituals and build community in our lives. Join Michelle and Casper talk as though they’re kindred spirits, exploring a variety of ways we can enhance our own wellness through intention and our existing rit...
3. My Experience with Anxiety and Why it Doesn’t Need to be a Life Sentence
December 01, 2020 05:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBIn this episode, Brad and I have an open conversation about my experience with anxiety. I share the dirty details about when it first started, how I dealt with it through college, and ultimately how I began to understand, manage and overcome it. Anxiety is something that is truly misunderstood and if it’s something that you struggle with, I want you to know you’re not alone! My hope is that through my own story you find encouragement to start taking the right steps to manage your anxiety and...
2. Help! My Morning Routine SUCKS!! with Andrea Telfer-Karbo, FNP
November 24, 2020 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBDo you have a beautiful morning ritual or suffer from morning chaos? Today I am chatting with functional medicine practitioner, Andrea Telfer-Karbo of The Remedy, about the importance of a morning ritual. Andrea takes the time to explain the importance of a morning routine and she shares a framework that will set us up for success when creating our own individual routines. Mornings don’t have to be chaotic and morning routines don’t have to be an additional point of stress. Listen to this ep...
1. Why Authentic Friendships ROCK & Frenemies...Don't with Kristen Boehmer
November 23, 2020 05:00 - 42 minutes - 29.6 MBToday’s guest is my dear friend Kristen Boehmer and we are talking all about friendship and how strong friendships can play a role in our overall wellness! Kristen shares a bit of her story about how Crohn’s Disease heavily impacted her life and friendships at a young age. As an adult now, Kristen has so much wisdom to share about the importance of friendship as well as the importance of having the right friendships. We all need that support system that will get us through the tough days. If...
Welcome to Get Wellthy! - The Official Get Wellthy Trailer
November 19, 2020 02:22 - 11 minutes - 8.18 MBWelcome to the official Get Wellthy trailer! We are so glad you're here! In this episode, we are giving a brief introduction to the heart behind the podcast and sharing a bit of what you can expect in future episodes. In Get Wellthy, we explore a myriad of wellness topics that have the potential to improve our lives, reset our bodies, shift our minds and get us feeling good again. Not to mention, we do it in a fun, approachable, and super unpretentious way. And if that doesn't hook you...