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In this episode of The Sisterhood of Sweat, Dr. Gajer breaks down the cutting-edge field of Performance Medicine—a new frontier of vitality that helps women reclaim energy, focus, libido, strength, and mood by supporting the body at a cellular level. You’ll learn why traditional lab ranges don’t tell the whole story, how hormones, mitochondria, and muscle all work together for optimization, and what you can start doing today to go from surviving to thriving. Whether you’re navigating midlife, burnout, or just want to feel sharp and strong again, this conversation is your permission slip to upgrade your health and become the most energized version of yourself.
Here’s a podcast show notes intro paragraph for your episode of The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T. featuring Dr. Aleksandra Gajer, along with hyperlinked resources to her site and featured program:
🎙️ Show Notes Intro Paragraph (Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T. Edition):
Welcome back to The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., where we empower women to rise through strength, self-worth, and serious wellness! Today’s guest, Dr. Aleksandra Gajer, is a powerhouse in the world of precision medicine—and she’s here to help us redefine what it means to thrive in every season of life. As a performance physician and founder of The Gajer Practice, Dr. Gajer specializes in hormone optimization, weight management, peptide therapy, and performance-focused care for women who are done settling for “normal” when it comes to their health.
In this episode, Dr. Gajer breaks down the cutting-edge field of Performance Medicine—a new frontier of vitality that helps women reclaim energy, focus, libido, strength, and mood by supporting the body at a cellular level. You’ll learn why traditional lab ranges don’t tell the whole story, how hormones, mitochondria, and muscle all work together for optimization, and what you can start doing today to go from surviving to thriving. Whether you’re navigating midlife, burnout, or just want to feel sharp and strong again, this conversation is your permission slip to upgrade your health and become the most energized version of yourself.
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📥 Join the Waitlist for Dr. Gajer’s NWLC Program
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On this episode of The Sisterhood of Sweat, we have Shawn Levy.Shawn Levy is an acclaimed author and journalist known for his biographies of cultural icons such as Paul Newman, Jerry Lewis, and Robert De Niro. With a career spanning decades, Levy is celebrated for his ability to peel back the layers of his subjects, offering captivating and well-researched accounts of their lives and careers. As he writes in the introduction to CLINT, “No Hollywood figure has so complexly represented the cultural and political climates of contemporary America as Clint Eastwood. At the age of ninety-five, he has lived a tumultuous century and embodied much of his time and many of its contradictions.
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https://www.amazon.com/Clint-Comprehensive-Biography-Hollywoods-Actor-Director/dp/0063251027
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On this weeks episode, Linda is sharing wisdom to help you grow and become the best version of you.
Welcome back to the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., where we empower women to rise through fitness, faith, and fierce resilience. In today’s episode, we’re unpacking a topic that lies at the root of so many struggles—worthiness. Our guest, Diane Lang, is a nationally recognized therapist, author, educator, and expert in Positive Psychology. With over 25 years of experience in counseling and teaching, Diane has helped thousands of women transform their mindset, let go of perfectionism, and reclaim their sense of self. Her newest book, Worthy, takes a powerful look at the hidden causes of unworthiness and how it often manifests through control, burnout, and the belief that we have to “earn” our value. If you’ve ever struggled with feeling not good enough—this episode will leave you feeling seen, supported, and ready to own your worth.
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🌐 Diane Lang’s Website
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📖 Buy Diane's New Book, Worthy
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📚 Explore Diane’s Other Books
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🎓 More on Positive Psychology and Coaching
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📺 Media Features & Appearances
Press & Interviews
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Today's episode is deeply personal. I'm honored to introduce my oldest son, Mike Nicholson, known as Digital Tapestry. At 16, Mike was in a near-fatal car crash. That accident changed everything. He walked away with a halo on his head, but the dream was put on hold. What could have broken him instead ignited something powerful. Mike turned to music and fitness as healing tools, writing songs that come from the most honest, vulnerable places. His journey from trauma to transformation is inspiring. Today, Mike is a finalist in America's Top Hitmaker competition. He's one step away from performing on the same stage as Post Malone, being featured in Rolling Stone, and winning $50,000. This isn't just a story about music; it's about resilience, redemption, and the dream that refused to die.
Connect with Mike:
Vote now for Mike (aka Digital Tapestry) at: https://tophitmaker.org/2025/
https://digitaltapestrymusic.com/
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On this week's Let It Rip Friday, we're discussing the importance of making room for something more in your life.
On this week's episode of the Sisterhood of Sweat, we're chatting with Yousef Benhimida. Yousef is the CEO of Humboldts Secret Supplies, a top-selling plant nutrient brand he built from the ground up, starting from his one-bedroom apartment. What sets Yousef apart, however, isn’t just his entrepreneurial success—it’s his journey of emotional and mental reinvention after hitting rock bottom. After losing everything, including his finances and health, Yousef rebuilt himself using a powerful system based on discipline, mindset, and leadership. His personal transformation is a testament to the power of facing adversity head-on and coming out stronger on the other side. Yousef now helps men break through common barriers—whether it’s feeling lost after a breakup, struggling with consistency, or battling burnout. His approach is raw, unfiltered, and built on helping men build real confidence and stop chasing external validation. His insights are practical, no-BS, and deeply relevant for anyone looking to transform their life from the inside out.
Connect with Yousef:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yousefbenhamida/
https://www.instagram.com/yousefbenhamida/
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On this week's Motivation Monday, we're discussing why you need to clear away things to find your dreams.
Welcome back to the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., where we celebrate strength, wisdom, and powerful women making waves—literally! Today, we're diving into SharkFest 2025, National Geographic’s annual summer event featuring over 25 hours of jaw-dropping programming about the ocean’s most misunderstood predators. One of the brilliant voices leading the charge is shark expert and marine biologist Candace Fields, whose groundbreaking work is featured in the gripping six-part series Investigation Shark Attack. From the shores of the Bahamas to the cutting-edge Shark HQ, Candace helps us understand why sharks behave the way they do—and how we can coexist with them while respecting the delicate ocean ecosystem. This episode is all about fierce feminine power, from apex predators to passionate conservationists.
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📺 Watch SharkFest on Hulu
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🦈 Investigation Shark Attack: Full Program Details
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👩🔬 Connect with Shark Expert Candace Fields
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📸 Follow Nat Geo Explorer Bertie Gregory
@BertieGregory on Instagram
Welcome to the Sisterhood of Sweat. Today's guest is Stephanie Crassweller. Linda and Stephanie discussed women's wellness, focusing on hormonal changes and metabolism during perimenopause and menopause, and how these affect fat loss and overall health. They explored the importance of balanced nutrition, proper stress management, and strength training for maintaining muscle mass and improving metabolism. The conversation concluded with insights on self-worth beyond physical appearance and the need for women to prioritize their health and well-being through professional guidance and self-awareness.
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Listeners to check out the Metabolism & Menopause Podcast
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Listeners to connect with Stephanie at her website
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Women to ask friends about their strongest traits and impact to gain self-awareness
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Listeners to unfollow social media accounts that make them feel negative
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Women to focus on understanding their values and sense of self
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Listeners to prioritize strength training and muscle-building exercises
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Women to ensure they are eating enough food, including carbohydrates and healthy fats
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Listeners to consider booking a free consultation call with Stephanie’s team
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Women to reassess their workout routines for progressive overload and consistency
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Listeners to stay tuned for Linda's upcoming free "Slay the Summer" program
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Are you finding it hard to stay strong? Have you been losing hope? In this episode, we discuss how grace, god, and grit can get you through almost anything in your life. Sharon has struggled through child loss, cancer and other adversities in her life, and she continues to keep moving forward and making the world better.
In this episode I talk with Sharon Delaney McCloud, Emmy Award-winning journalist, cancer survivor, and bereaved mother, joins us to discuss her personal experiences using grit and gratitude to face any of the adversity in her life. We discuss the journey she went through with her daughter, finding your own resilience, balancing your professional with your personal life. This conversation goes deep and we don’t hold back, so be prepared for some tears, but this is a very inspiring conversation to help you find your own grit.
Questions I asked:
- Can you give people a background on who you are?
- How did you pick yourself up and keep going?
- What are your top tips for speaking to bereaved parents?
- Linda gives words of advice to get into a workout routine.
- Can you give us 10 tips for resilience?
- Where can listeners get the download, and connect with you?
Topics Discussed:
- Experiencing Ireland
- Eating Meat Free
- Raising a child while working in journalism
- Dealing with child illness and child loss.
- Childhood Leukemia.
- Overcoming negative circumstances.
- Doing a TED Talk on talking to bereaved parents.
- Facing loss in your life.
- Tips for resilience.
Quotes from the show:
- “I take my grief and throw myself into all things with tenacity.” @SharonDMcCloud @SisterhoodSweat
- “I took that courage Macy taught me, and started my own company.” @SharonDMcCloud @SisterhoodSweat
- “Face everything with bravery.” @SharonDMcCloud @SisterhoodSweat
- “We can’t just lay down and not face reality. We have a son who needs his parents back.” @SharonDMcCloud @SisterhoodSweat
- “There is no word for a parent who loses a child.” @SharonDMcCloud @SisterhoodSweat
How you can stay in touch with Sharon Delaney McCloud:
- https://www.sharondelaney.tv/
- https://www.facebook.com/sharondelaneyontv/
- Sharon’s book: https://amzn.to/2KULTKQ
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This week on the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., host Linda Mitchell sits down with senior correspondent for Extra, Mona Khazar Abdi, for a powerful and timely discussion on one of the most explosive verdicts in entertainment history: the Diddy trial. In this special "Verdict Edition," Mona breaks down the key courtroom moments, the shocking evidence, and the cultural fallout surrounding the case. From coercive control and sex trafficking allegations to NDAs, blackmail, and decades of alleged abuse, Mona walks us through what this verdict means—not just for Diddy, but for the music industry, the justice system, and the broader conversation around power, fame, and accountability. This is a must-listen for anyone following the intersection of pop culture and real-world justice.
In this episode, Dr. Karen Brodman, a seasoned gynecologist, discusses the complexities of menopause, hormone therapy, and the importance of addressing women's health issues. She emphasizes the need for personalized care and the impact of lifestyle changes on menopause symptoms. The conversation also highlights the significance of vaginal and bladder health, as well as the positive aspects of aging and maintaining optimal health.
Key Takeaways:
- Dr. Brodman has over 40 years of experience in gynecology.
- Menopause symptoms can significantly affect quality of life.
- Hormone therapy options include both bioidentical and synthetic hormones.
- Lifestyle changes play a crucial role in managing menopause symptoms.
- Vaginal estrogen can effectively treat vaginal dryness and bladder issues.
- The internet has increased awareness about menopause and women's health.
- Not all women will benefit from hormone therapy; individual needs vary.
- Healthy aging is possible with the right lifestyle choices.
- Women should not fear losing their femininity during menopause.
- Regular check-ups are essential for managing menopause-related health issues.
Links:
https://www.karenbrodmanmd.com/
https://profiles.mountsinai.org/karen-f-brodman
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