The Liz Moody Podcast
Liz Moody
The Liz Moody Podcast, hosted by bestselling author and longtime journalist Liz Moody, is a research-backed wellness podcast all about helping you live your healthiest, happiest life. Each week, Liz sits down with some of the world's best functional doctors, researchers, authors, journalists and various other leaders in their field to answer all of health and wellness questions you want to know. In a world where wellness information is everywhere, this podcast aims at cutting through the noise and finding out what actually works. Come along with Liz as she uncovers the unknown hacks, tips, and tricks you need to know for making a healthier life easier—topics include what to eat to fight disease, how to take control of your finances, tips for fighting anxiety and depression, productivity and career advice, advice for making friends as an adult, the best skincare routine elements, healthy cooking secrets, and so much more. To get even more info, head to lizmoody.com and come hang out on Instagram @lizmoody to enter giveaways!
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Mar 25, 2026 • 1h 29min
Top Neuroscientist: The Hidden Forces Making You Regain Weight (+ How To Beat Them)
Susan Peirce Thompson, neuroscientist, professor, bestselling author and founder of Bright Line Eating, breaks down why the brain drives weight regain and which biological forces are at play. She covers GLP‑1 limits, how refined carbs hijack reward circuits, cravings timelines, willpower boosts, practical meal routines, and strategies to quit without regaining weight.
Mar 23, 2026 • 29min
There Are 4 Types of Tired—Discover Yours To Get Your Energy Back
They unpack four distinct kinds of tiredness and how to tell which one you have. Topics include cognitive overload and screen-related fatigue, emotional labor and ways to release it, physical depletion from sleep and lifestyle gaps, and existential exhaustion plus strategies to restore meaning and agency. Practical fixes and simple daily habits to feel more energized are highlighted.
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Mar 18, 2026 • 1h 25min
The Real Reason You're Anxious—That No One Is Talking About
Owen O'Kane, psychotherapist and former NHS mental health lead who has spent decades treating anxiety and trauma, explains why anxiety clings to us. He explores how worry becomes addictive, the hidden beliefs that keep it alive, sudden adult onset, and why welcoming rather than fighting anxious parts can shift your relationship with worry.
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Mar 16, 2026 • 24min
The 3 Simple Habits That Supercharged My Success
She shares three life-changing habits that sparked career momentum and creative wins. Learn how small hit rates and persistent outreach can turn rejection into opportunity. Hear a simple trick therapists use to generate motivation and a no-phone morning routine for sustained productivity. Discover why your community shapes habits, health, and long-term success.
Mar 11, 2026 • 1h 36min
Do THIS When You Can't Stop Spiraling: Top Neuroscientist Explains
Dr. Ethan Kross, neuroscientist who studies emotion and self-control, shares research-backed tools for taming negative self-talk. He explains why inner criticism exists and when anxiety helps or harms. Learn simple tricks like temporal distancing, sensory shifts, WHOOP and if-then planning, plus when to sit with sadness versus intervene.
Mar 9, 2026 • 35min
Healthy Eating Advice: Ranking Best & Worst From Social Media (with Nutrition By Kylie)
Kylie Sakaida, registered dietitian, cookbook author, and creator of Nutrition By Kylie, breaks down viral nutrition claims with science and practicality. Short takes include plant defense myths, sleep’s role in cravings, whether skipping breakfast helps, seed cycling skepticism, raw milk risks, fiber benefits, protein distribution, and simple tricks to boost plant intake and satiety.
Mar 4, 2026 • 1h 8min
Stuck? How To Make The Right Decisions & Supercharge Your Path Forward
Megan Heller, author and decision strategist who teaches directional steps over perfect plans. Kati Morton, licensed therapist who helps people clarify values and break avoidance. They discuss decision frameworks, beating 'shoulds', neuroscience-backed motivation hacks, reframing problems as solvable, and taking warmer next steps to move forward.
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Mar 2, 2026 • 37min
Therapy Advice: Ranking Best & Worst From Social Media (with Lori Gottlieb)
Lori Gottlieb, psychotherapist and bestselling author known for Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, weighs in on therapy advice online. She ranks helpful tips versus myths. Short takes cover what boundaries actually are, when to repair or step back from family, why calling anxiety a superpower is misleading, and how self-compassion and action beat empty insight.
Feb 25, 2026 • 1h 17min
How To Be Selfish, Cringe & Nosy (In A Good Way) To Get What You Want
Jenny Wood, former Google exec and author of Wild Courage, teaches bold, unconventional tactics to get over fear and ask for what you want. Short stories and practical systems show why embracing cringe, curiosity, and strategic selfishness accelerates careers and relationships. Expect nosy, shameless moves, networking scripts, risk-ranking tools, and tiny actions that create outsized momentum.
Feb 23, 2026 • 44min
Money Advice: Ranking Best & Worst From Social Media (with HerFirst100K)
Tori Dunlap, financial educator and founder of HerFirst100K who helps women build wealth, shares candid takes on viral money tips. She ranks common advice from latte shaming to index funds. Short, practical debates cover intentional spending, automating savings, prenups as financial insurance, focusing on big-money moves, and which investing rules actually matter.
