Weigh In Radio
23 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsA weight loss podcast dedicated to motivate, educate, and inspire others to be successful with their own weight loss struggles.
Hosted, and produced by Don Moe a former almost 500 lb male who struggled with morbid obesity for over 30 years until bariatric surgery changed his life. After he lost 250 lbs in 15 months, Don dedicated his life to telling his story in the hopes it would help others.
This show interviews other weight loss patients who have battled obesity and won, regardless of the method used. Join us as Don talks to traditional dieters, other bariatric patients, fitness buffs, physicians, and other industry professionals as they share their stories one episode at a time.
Their knowledge and information is shared to inspire, educate, motivate, and inform you in the hopes it will assist you in regaining control of your own life so you can be successful in battling your own weight loss demons.
Join Don and his guests as they "weigh-in" on current weight loss related issues. No topic(s) are to sensitive, no question(s) to personal as they explore the secret to defeating obesity for good.
Come On...It's time... Time to Weigh In!
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Episodes
#29 - Kate Fuss and Bariatric Help
March 05, 2023 19:46 - 1 hour - 103 MBAs a bariatric patient who's 4+ years out, weight regain is normal and expected. Resetting ones life and eating patterns to lose that weight is not easy however. Kate joined me in studio and we discussed what asking for help again looks like. What things can I do to get "back on track". What barriers stand in my way? Am I truely alone, floating in a sea of nothing ness with no wear to turn? Kate helped me "level set" and I hope you find the information just as helpful a...
#028 - State of the Podcast
January 09, 2022 23:29 - 20 minutes - 52.7 MBWe're Back! It seems like its been forever and a day, and it has been. Its been way longer then even we thought it would have been. Join us in this episode to get a quick update on what's to come. What's in store for 2022? Why are episode #'s missing? Listen in and get the scoop! I look forward to speaking with you all again into 2022.
#021 - Surgery Date and Emotions
February 16, 2020 21:45 - 58 minutes - 85.2 MBThis was Kerry's and my final discussion before her actual surgery. She was assigned a date, and we chatted about what her final steps were to be cleared for surgery. The next time we chat, Kerry will be on the post-surgery side of the fence. The final steps, exams, and days leading up to surgery can be very emotional. Listen as Kerry gives an inside peak into what those finals days and hours were like.
#020 – Reversing Regain
February 01, 2020 14:31 - 1 hour - 91.5 MBRegain happens to almost everyone that loses weight. Weight was designed to fluctuate, and when old habits creep back in, weight can tend to increase. With it can come a wave of negative emotion, which can cause some of us to eat even more, causing us to put on even more weight. So how do we stop the merry-go-round cycle of regain? Give a listen to my conversation with Marilyn Clark. Shes a certified Nutrition & Lifestyle Coach and someone who battles with weight-loss herself. We ...
#019 - Make Resolutions Stick
January 01, 2020 20:14 - 1 hour - 117 MBTired of making New Years resolutions and then breaking them before March? In this episode Dr. John Chuback joined me on air to discuss how to change ones perspective on life and how they view whats a priority in their life. We often get stuck running in the maze of life and we often forget that we don't even need to run the maze at all. Dr. Chuback wrote a book titled "Make Your Own Damn Cheese" and its a about a mouse named Earl. Earl meets all sorts of friends in the maze that help h...
#018 - A Bariatric Journey - Pre-Surgery
December 13, 2019 16:49 - 57 minutes - 84.4 MBKerry and I chat this week about what her final preparations for bariatric surgery recovery is all about. What things is she worried about, looking forward to, and finally preparing for. Her surgery date is a few weeks away, and how is she preparing. How much is she exercising Has she had an moments of mental doubt? Elective surgery vs required procedure... How does she view it. Surgery risks, is it worth the risk? Pros vs Cons of surgery and of not having surgery. Whats her big...
#017 - Finally Me!
November 25, 2019 15:09 - 50 minutes - 74.4 MBWhat is it like to live your life every single day, and to feel like a balloon that's at it's breaking point that's just about to explode? What's it like to live your life and to feel like you are not your true self at all? What's it like to go on a journey of self discovery via bariatric surgery? What changes? Does your personality change? Does your attitude change? What do you lose? What do you gain? Does any of this sound familiar to you and your story? If so... click play and joi...
#016 - A Bariatric Journey - Surgery Intake
November 15, 2019 03:39 - 1 hour - 98.5 MBWe continue our discussion with Kerry concerning her decision to have bariatric surgery. Why did she choose surgery? How did she select her surgeon / medical team? From start to finish, how long did the process take? What tests were required? What options for surgery did she have? In summary we discuss all of the important steps one may go through in preparing to have bariatric surgery. Want to have an idea of what the process is all about... well tune in!
#015 - Reeger Discusses the State of Obesity
November 01, 2019 15:09 - 1 hour - 111 MBReeger Cortell - FNP-C from The Weight Loss Surgery Podcast joined me in studio this month to discuss the future of obesity and bariatric surgery. Reeger has been in the trenches treating obesity one patient at a time as a certified family nurse practitioner since 2007. Her podcast, which she personally began in 2013 has helped thousands of people, including myself. It was an honor to have her join us on air this month! Here are just a few of of the high points from our discussion. ...
#014 - A Bariatric Journey Begins
October 22, 2019 16:11 - 1 hour - 167 MBThis episode is the inaugural episode of a 25 part mini-series that will run over the course of the next year! A Bariatric Journey, will document one woman's struggle with weight, and her story into how bariatric surgery became her choice. Kerry has agreed to let this podcast follow her life over the course of the next year while we walk, talk, and discuss her adventure into having bariatric surgery. What was life like pre-surgery? Why did she decide to have surgery? What was sur...
#013 - Writing Checks Your Body Can't Cash
October 01, 2019 03:53 - 1 hour - 115 MBAuthor Ed Zenisek joined us remotely from Las Cruces, New Mexico to discuss his bariatric journey. Ed's journey was such a wild ride that he decided to write a book about it. Bariatric Surgery: The Best and Worst Decision I Ever Made chronicles Ed and his wife's journey into have the surgery together. From going on the pre-surgical diet together, to navigating the office gauntlet of paperwork and tests, be right there with Ed and his wife as they share with you their story of what having ...
#012 - Beyond Bariatric Surgery A Retrospective
September 01, 2019 21:20 - 1 hour - 124 MBMichael joined us in studio to discuss what bariatric surgery is like almost 3 years later. We talked about how his life has changed, and what he has learned about his life looking back on it all. Life can be difficult some days, and sometimes in life, people can tend to drag you down more than they lift you up. Michael discussed the importance of seeing these anchors for what they are and how he decided to handle them. Him and I even discussed how we defined success after weight loss....
#011 - What weight loss later in life can be.
August 01, 2019 03:39 - 1 hour - 97.2 MBLaurie joined us in studio to talk about what her weight loss struggles have been like. As a woman who has battled weight loss most of her adult life, Laurie talked about everything from pregnancy weight gain, to how injuries in the gym have had her sidelined for a while. We even discussed how life after menopause has further complicated her weight loss progress. Most days, Laurie struggles to maintain her weight in a world where she strongly desires to be losing weight. Ladies, don't m...
#010 - From Diabetic to Decadent Desserts
July 02, 2019 04:47 - 1 hour - 116 MBJanet joined us in studio to discuss how she used a combination of nutrition, bariatric surgery, and a passion for fitness to change her life. Facing a diagnosis of Diabetis after having watching her own father battle the disease for years, she decided she wasn't going out that way. From Piyo to Smoked pizza, From Core Deforce to 4th of July Holiday party desserts, we discuss all sorts of ways to battle obesity and win.
#009 - The Psychology of Weight Loss
June 02, 2019 16:13 - 1 hour - 98.5 MBThis month Dr. Lisa Breisch, L.C.P.C., Psy.D., the Director of Harmony Center for Holistic Psychotherapy, joins us in studio to discuss the benefits regular therapy can provide in a weight loss plan. Therapy isn't just for patients battling eating disorders. From the Psychology of why diets don't work to how most folks manipulate your body to lose weight, we talk everything psychology. Here are a feqw of the other topics discussed in this episode: - Food is neutral, Its neither good ...
#008 - The True Cost of Surgery (Part 2 of 2)
February 20, 2019 02:12 - 1 hour - 88 MBI sat down with Casey and Matt to discuss what having bariatric surgery actually cost them. What's it like being married to someone who has the surgery? How does it change your married relationship? How does it change your relationships with friends, family members, children? How does sex compare both before and after weight loss surgery? Was cheating ever an issue? In this episode, we will take a look at what changed, and what the ultimate price paid was. What had to be given up wh...
#007 - The True Cost of Surgery (Part 1 of 2)
February 20, 2019 01:53 - 1 hour - 107 MBI sat down with Casey and Matt to discuss what having bariatric surgery actually cost them. What's it like being married to someone who has the surgery? How does it change your married relationship? How does it change your relationships with friends, family members, children? How does sex compare both before and after weight loss surgery? Was cheating ever an issue? In S02E01, we take a deep dive into Casey and Matt's marriage. We establish a baseline for how they met, and how their rel...
#006 - Living A Vegetarian Lifestyle After Bariatric Surgery
November 04, 2018 23:23 - 1 hour - 98.4 MB@veggisvsg (Anna) Sat down to discuss what eating after bariatric surgery is like when your vegetarian and vegan. Can it be done? We also talked about what it's like being in your early 20's as a bariatric patient. I think you'll surprised with what she had to say? A few of the topics we discussed? How many salads a day does she eat? Which contains more protein / oz, Spinach or Steak? What inspired her to have surgery at 21 years of age. Can a holistic approach to healthy eatin...
#005 - Revision Surgeries - Take 2
October 02, 2018 21:59 - 1 hour - 95.3 MBCasey and I discuss what having revision surgery is like. As if having bariatric surgery isn't difficult enough, some patients have complications or deal with regain post op that requires them to turn to surgery again. A few of the topics discussed: How do you choose to do surgery again? Dealing with the idea you failed or that you're a failure. The mental struggles that come with bariatric surgery. Maintaining "Control" post op. Life after surgery
#004 - A Mans View on Bariatric Surgery
September 02, 2018 16:39 - 1 hour - 99.9 MBMike and I sit down and discuss what contemplating bariatric surgery is like for men. A few of the topics discussed: Overcoming a life altering diagnosis. What to do when even physicians have given up hope for you. How bariatric surgery changes life for me. How bariatric sugery can change your marriage. Surviving cancer. Ignore "They" Find your "Why" Never give up. Just be happy.
#003 - Nicole and I discuss her weigh loss journey.
August 02, 2018 01:34 - 1 hour - 96.3 MBNicole and I sit down and discuss what her weight loss journey was like. A few of the topics discussed: What was dealing with control issues like. Overcoming an abusive relationship. Dealing with multiple eating disorders. How focusing on exercise can change your life. Weight loss and pregnancy. Dealing with food addiction How dumping from RNY can be. Making yourself a priority
#001 - What is Weigh In Radio?
August 02, 2018 01:21 - 1 hour - 84.8 MBJoin us in this inaugural first episode as I discuss the purpose behind weigh in radio. Who started the podcast? What exactly is the purpose of this podcast? When did this podcast journey begin? Where is the show recorded from? Why are we even attempting to do this podcast? I hope to answer all of your questions concerning the podcast in this episode, but should I overlook something please feel free to ask your questions in the comments section below and I'll be happy to answer the...
#002 - Who Is Don Moe?
August 02, 2018 01:17 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBWho is Don Moe? What was is his weight loss story? In this episode I dish the "skinny" on how I got to where I am today and I tell you how my weight loss story began.