What if the root cause of your pain, anxiety, brain fog, and even visible aging wasn’t your muscles… but your fascia?

In this powerful episode, we sit down with fascia expert and Block Therapy® founder Deanna Hansen to explore the hidden system in your body that stores trauma, restricts healing, and influences everything from posture to nervous system regulation.

With over 20 years of clinical experience, Deanna shares how fascia acts as the body’s communication highway — and how releasing it can unlock deep physical, emotional, and cellular transformation.

If you’ve been chasing symptoms without real relief, this conversation will completely shift how you think about healing.

🔥 What You’ll Learn

• Why fascia is the missing link in chronic pain, inflammation, and aging
• The connection between fascia, brain health, and nervous system regulation
• How trauma gets stored in the body — and how to release it
• Why your feet may be the key to full-body healing (and even facial aging)
• The truth about stretching, foam rolling, and why they often don’t work
• How just 15 minutes a day can create real, lasting change
• The surprising link between posture, circulation, and cellular health

🎯 About the Guest

Deanna Hansen is a pioneer in fascia decompression with over 20 years of hands-on clinical experience. She is the creator of Block Therapy®, a revolutionary method designed to relieve chronic pain, support detoxification, regulate the nervous system, and reverse cellular aging.

Her work has helped over 100,000 people worldwide reconnect with their bodies and heal at the root cause level.

🔗 Connect with Deanna Hansen

Website
https://blocktherapy.com/

Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/blocktherapy/

Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/DeannaHansenBlockTherapy

YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/@Fluidisometrics

What if your everyday environment was silently impacting your health, your hormones, and even your ability to have children?

In this powerful episode of The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda sits down with Rev. Lennox Yearwood Jr., President and CEO of the Hip Hop Caucus and producer of the Netflix documentary The Plastic Detox.

Together, they unpack the hidden dangers of microplastics and endocrine disrupting chemicals, and how daily exposure may be affecting fertility, increasing disease risk, and disrupting overall wellness.

This conversation goes beyond fear—it is about empowerment. You will walk away with a deeper understanding of what is happening inside your body and simple, actionable steps you can take today to reduce your exposure and take back control of your health.

Topics Covered:
• What microplastics are and how they enter the body
• The connection between plastic exposure and fertility
• Hormone disruption and long term health risks
• Real stories from couples trying to conceive
• Simple steps to reduce plastic in your daily life
• Why this is a global health and environmental issue

Rev. Lennox Yearwood Jr. Links

Official Website
https://revyearwood.com/about/

Full Biography
https://revyearwood.com/about/biography/

Hip Hop Caucus Profile
https://hiphopcaucus.org/team/rev-lennox-yearwood-jr/

Hip Hop Caucus (Organization Website)
https://hiphopcaucus.org/

Documentary Mentioned

The Plastic Detox (Info / Press Release)
https://hiphopcaucus.org/press/hip-hop-caucus-ceo-rev-lennox-yearwood-jr-featured-in-upcoming-netflix-documentary-the-plastic-detox/

What if the real monster… isn’t what’s lurking outside—but what’s happening within us?

In this thought-provoking episode of The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda Mitchell sits down with legendary actor Corbin Bernsen to explore his latest indie psychological horror film, The Yeti.

At first glance, it’s a survival story set against the backdrop of nature’s raw power—but beneath the surface, it reveals something deeper.

This isn’t just about fear of the unknown…
It’s about ego, greed, and the dangerous illusion that we can control everything around us.

Corbin shares how The Yeti flips the script on traditional horror—showing that sometimes, humans become the real monsters when pushed to their limits.

This conversation dives into fear, resilience, purpose, and what it truly means to survive—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally.

🔥 In This Episode, We Explore:

✨ Why psychological horror hits deeper than traditional fear
✨ How ego and greed can turn humans into the real “monsters”
✨ The illusion of control—and why nature always wins
✨ What survival really looks like beyond physical strength
✨ How to face fear and step outside your comfort zone
✨ The mindset that separates those who thrive… from those who don’t

💡 Key Takeaways

• The greatest battles aren’t external—they’re internal.
• Survival isn’t just physical—it’s mental and emotional.
• Respect—for nature and for others—is the foundation of resilience.
• Ego and control can be more dangerous than fear itself.
• Kindness and humanity are what ultimately sustain us.

🎬 About The Yeti

The Yeti is a gripping psychological horror film that goes beyond creature-feature expectations.

Instead of focusing solely on an external threat, the film explores how extreme conditions bring out the best—and worst—in people.

It’s a story about survival, yes…
but more importantly, it’s a story about human nature, perception, and the consequences of losing sight of what truly matters.

🎯 About Corbin Bernsen

Corbin Bernsen is a veteran actor, director, and producer known for his iconic roles in L.A. Law and Major League.

With a career spanning decades, Corbin has remained a powerful force in the entertainment industry—continuously evolving, taking on meaningful roles, and exploring stories that challenge both audiences and himself.

🌐 Watch & Connect

• 🎬 IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000929/
• 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corbinbernsen/
• 🎥 More on The Yeti: (Check streaming platforms & upcoming releases)

When was the last time you felt truly connected…
truly present…
truly alive in a room full of people?

In this powerful episode of The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda Mitchell sits down with Evan Cudworth—also known as The Party Coach—to unpack a silent struggle so many people are facing today.

We live in a world where we are more “connected” than ever online…
yet more disconnected than ever in real life.

And that disconnection? It’s impacting our confidence, our relationships, and even our overall well-being.

Evan’s mission goes far beyond parties—he helps people break free from social anxiety, redefine what fun actually means, and build real, meaningful human connection in a world that’s forgotten how.

If you’ve ever walked into a room and felt awkward…
felt like you didn’t belong…
or struggled to show up as your true self…

This conversation will challenge you—and empower you—to step into a more confident, magnetic version of yourself.

🔥 In This Episode, We Explore:

✨ Why we feel more disconnected despite constant digital connection
✨ The hidden impact of social anxiety on confidence and relationships
✨ How to redefine what “fun” actually means for you
✨ Practical ways to feel more comfortable and present in social settings
✨ How to build genuine, meaningful human connection
✨ The mindset shift that helps you feel like you truly belong

💡 Key Takeaways

• Connection isn’t about proximity—it’s about presence.
• Most social anxiety comes from overthinking, not reality.
• Confidence is built through action, not waiting to feel ready.
• You don’t need to “fit in”—you need to show up as yourself.
• The ability to connect is a skill—and it can be learned.

🎯 About Evan Cudworth

Evan Cudworth, widely known as The Party Coach, helps people transform the way they experience social environments. Through coaching, content, and real-world strategies, he teaches individuals how to overcome social anxiety, build authentic confidence, and create meaningful connections that go far beyond surface-level interactions.

His work is redefining what it means to have fun—and showing people how to feel fully alive, present, and connected in any room they walk into.

🌐 Connect with Evan Cudworth

• 🌐 Website: https://thepartycoach.com/
• 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepartycoach/
• 🎥 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepartycoach
• 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evancudworth/

Have we lost the ability to peacefully coexist—even with the people living right next door? And what happens when fear, frustration, and unchecked emotion collide?

In this powerful episode of The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda Mitchell sits down with award-winning journalist and 20/20 co-anchor Deborah Roberts to unpack a heartbreaking case that captured national attention.

What began as a seemingly ordinary neighbor dispute quickly escalated into a devastating tragedy—raising urgent questions about fear, perception, and how quickly situations can spiral out of control.

This conversation goes beyond the headlines, diving into the human behavior behind conflict—and what we can all do differently in the moments that matter most.

🔥 In This Episode, We Explore:

✨ Why everyday conflicts can escalate faster than we expect
✨ How fear—real or perceived—impacts decision-making
✨ The warning signs we often overlook in tense situations
✨ The emotional ripple effect on families and communities
✨ Practical ways to pause, respond, and de-escalate conflict
✨ Why personal responsibility matters more than ever

💡 Key Takeaways

• Conflict is rarely about the moment—it’s about what’s underneath it.

• Fear can distort reality and drive irreversible decisions.

• Most escalations happen when emotion overrides awareness.

• Pausing—even for a second—can change the entire outcome.

• How we show up in heated moments defines more than we realize.

🎯 About Deborah Roberts

Deborah Roberts is an award-winning journalist and co-anchor of 20/20 on ABC News. Known for her compelling storytelling and in-depth reporting, she has covered some of the most impactful human-interest stories of our time—bringing empathy, insight, and truth to complex issues.

🌐 Watch & Connect

• 📺 Watch 20/20: https://abc.com/shows/2020

• 📺 Stream on Hulu: https://www.hulu.com/series/2020

• 📱 Deborah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debrobertsabc/

• 💼 Deborah on Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/DebRobertsABC

🎬 Don’t Miss It

Catch this powerful episode of 20/20 airing Friday on ABC at 9/8c, or stream it anytime on Hulu.

What does it really take to start over… and rebuild your life from nothing?

In this powerful episode of the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda Mitchell sits down with actress, singer, and storyteller Jill Hennessy to talk about her role in the highly anticipated Hallmark prequel Hope Valley: 1874.

Best known for her iconic roles in Law & Order and Crossing Jordan, Jill now steps into the role of Hattie Quinn—a strong, resilient woman helping build a frontier town from the ground up.

This episode dives into:

• Starting over and reinventing yourself
• The power of female friendship and community
• Strength forged through adversity
• Behind-the-scenes of Hope Valley: 1874
• Balancing creativity through acting and music

If you’ve ever faced a season where you had to rebuild your life… this episode is for you.

Hope Valley: 1874 is now streaming on Hallmark+, with new episodes every Thursday.

Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more inspiring conversations!

What does it really take to build a business from nothing… scale it to seven figures… sell it… and then have the courage to start all over again?

In this powerful episode of The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda Mitchell sits down with powerhouse founder Lindsay Pinchuk—a woman who didn’t just build a brand, she built a movement.

After leaving corporate America, Lindsay bootstrapped Bump Club and Beyond from just $500 into a nationally recognized company reaching over 3 million women each month. Through community-first marketing, strategic partnerships, and relentless grit, she scaled the business across 30+ cities and worked with major brands like Target and Nordstrom—before successfully exiting through acquisition.

But what came next might surprise you.

Lindsay opens up about the emotional reality of selling her company, the challenges that followed, and how that experience led her to create Dear FoundHer—a thriving community helping women over 40 step into their next chapter with clarity, confidence, and powerful storytelling.

This episode is about reinvention, resilience, and realizing it’s never too late to build something meaningful.

🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• How Lindsay built a 7-figure business starting with just $500
• Why community—not marketing—was her true growth strategy
• The real, unfiltered truth about selling your company
• What most founders get wrong about scaling
• How partnerships (not ads) fueled massive growth
• Why your email list is one of your most valuable assets
• The biggest mindset shift women over 40 need to make
• How storytelling becomes your ultimate marketing superpower
• Why it’s never too late to start over—and why you’re not behind

💡 Key Takeaways from the Conversation

1. Community First, Always
Lindsay didn’t start with a business plan—she started with a need. By building a genuine community for expectant moms, she created trust that naturally attracted both customers and major brand partnerships.

2. Partnerships > Paid Ads
One of her biggest growth drivers? Strategic partnerships. By collaborating with brands, experts, and influencers serving the same audience, she scaled faster—without relying on traditional advertising.

3. Your Story Is Your Superpower
In a world full of AI-generated content, your lived experience is what sets you apart. Your stories build connection, trust, and ultimately, sales.

4. Success Doesn’t End at the Exit
Selling a business isn’t always the “happy ending.” Lindsay shares the unexpected emotional and professional challenges post-acquisition—and what it really takes to walk away and start fresh.

5. Women Over 40 Are Just Getting Started
Contrary to what many believe, women over 40 are one of the fastest-growing groups of entrepreneurs—and their experience is their greatest advantage.

🎯 About Dear FoundHer

After exiting her company, Lindsay founded Dear FoundHer—a community designed specifically for women business owners over 40 who are ready to pivot, grow, and scale with intention.

Through her signature SWEEP Framework, she helps women simplify their marketing, clarify their message, and confidently show up in their business.

🌐 Connect with Lindsay Pinchuk

Follow Lindsay and learn more about her work:

• Website: https://dearfoundher.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaypinchuk/
• Podcast: Dear FoundHer Podcast (available on all major platforms)
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaypinchuk/

Are you interested in sustainable weight loss?  Have you been worried about your mental struggles around weight?  In this episode we dive shaking off the shame around your body and wellness journey. Today, I talk with Sarah Stites. She is the co-founder and CEO of Wavelength, a modern program for healthy eating that combines personalized nutrition with mental health tools. She joins us today to share her personal journey around weight loss, she was diagnosed with PCOS and prediabetes as a teen, gaining 100lbs in a year. While diet programs relied on guilt and body shame, her mom — a PhD with a master’s degree in nutrition science — helped her take a more compassionate approach. That’s what she brings to us today. She is a fierce advocate for “more science, less blame,” and pleasure as an important part of health. We discuss body shaming, healthy weight loss, the mental struggle with body image and so much more. She shares the fact that shame keeps us from meeting our health goals, and the fact that willpower alone will literally never be enough to sustain weight loss. Enjoy!

Questions I asked:

• Where were you before getting weight loss surgery?
• Why did you get surgery?
• How did regaining weight after a weight loss surgery change your behavior?
• What was revealed about you when you were thin, and then when you were overweight?
• How can we help people feel better about themselves?
• What are the steps we can take to reduce shame?
• What have you learned about acceptance since you have gone on this journey?
• How does shame keep us from reaching our health goals?
• How did you take your value away from the number on the scale?
• Why did weight loss become a dirty word?
• Why is it that our willpower alone isn’t enough for sustained weight loss?
• What are your thoughts on intuitive eating and the anti-dieting trend?
• How can we hope to improve our health and navigate the confusing advice?
• What do you value in a person?
• What would you like to tell listeners about their value today?
• What would you like to say to anyone dealing with body shame?
• Where can people find you online?

Topics Discussed:

• Learning to love your body.
• Health at any size.
• Reducing shame around body size.
• Dealing with trauma.
• Diet mentality.
• Peer pressure.
• Shame cycles.
• Eating disorders.

Quotes from the show:

• “There was this feeling of shame that I couldn’t do what everyone was telling me to do – just go on a diet.” Sarah Stites @SisterhoodSweat
• “So much of my value has nothing to do with what I look like.” Sarah Stites @SisterhoodSweat
• “I had gained back almost all the weight I lost with surgery in one year.” Sarah Stites @SisterhoodSweat
• “I was still the same person that I was before I lost the weight.” Sarah Stites @SisterhoodSweat
• “If you fix one problem, you find another one. I had to change how I was relating to my body.” Sarah Stites @SisterhoodSweat
• “My shame was so intense, I needed some steps before I got to letting go of it.” Sarah Stites @SisterhoodSweat

How you can stay in touch with Sarah:

• Website
• Instagram
• Linkedin
• Facebook

How you can stay in touch with Linda:

• Website
• Facebook
• Twitter
• Instagram
• Pinterest
• YouTube
• SoundCloud

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On this week's Motivation Monday, we're discussing the power in using our voices.

On this week's Let It Rip Friday, we're discussing the fact that achievement starts with deciding to try.

On this week's motivation Monday, we're discussing our dreams.

What happens when two people from completely different generations—each carrying their own hidden scars—find healing through an unexpected friendship?

In this powerful episode of The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda Mitchell sits down with rising young actor Luke David Blumm to talk about his role in the deeply moving new film The Optimist.

Luke shares insights from working on major projects like Where the Crawdads Sing, The King of Staten Island, and hit TV series including The Walking Dead, Watchmen, and The Sinner.

At the heart of today’s conversation is The Optimist, inspired by the true story of Holocaust survivor Herbert Heller—and the unexpected friendship that helps bring long-buried trauma into the light.

This episode explores intergenerational healing, resilience, and the profound transformation that happens when we are finally seen, heard, and understood.

🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• How storytelling can become a powerful tool for healing
• The emotional impact of portraying real-life trauma on screen
• Why intergenerational relationships can be deeply transformative
• The importance of listening—truly listening—to someone’s story
• How vulnerability creates connection, empathy, and growth
• Why preserving Holocaust survivor stories matters now more than ever

🎬 About The Optimist

The Optimist tells the extraordinary true story of Herbert Heller, who escaped the Auschwitz death march at just fifteen years old.

Through an unlikely bond with a younger generation, the film reveals how sharing painful truths can lead to healing—not just for individuals, but across generations.

This is a story of courage, compassion, and the life-changing power of being heard.

🎤 Key Themes from the Conversation

• “I’ll tell you about my scar if you tell me about yours.” — The courage to be vulnerable
• Healing doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens in connection
• Trauma may shape us, but it doesn’t have to define us
• Empathy bridges generational and emotional divides

🎸 More About Luke David Blumm

Beyond acting, Luke is also passionate about music, playing guitar and performing with his band—another creative outlet that fuels his artistry and emotional expression.

With multiple upcoming projects on the horizon, he is quickly becoming one of Hollywood’s most compelling young talents to watch.

🌐 Connect with Luke David Blumm

Stay up to date and follow Luke’s journey:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukedavidblumm/
• IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10512328/

🎟️ Don’t Miss It

The Optimist opens in theaters nationwide on March 11.

If you’re looking for a film that will move you, challenge you, and remind you of the power of human connection—this is one you won’t want to miss.

Are you ready to understand menopause?  Have you been worried about menopause?  In this episode, we dive into learning the truth about menopause, perimenopause, and post-menopause. Today’s episode aims to give women the correct information in order to help more women embrace these changes, instead of fearing them.

In this episode, I talk with Shirley Weir, author and menopause expert, joins us to discuss the importance of navigating menopause with knowledge. She talks about her own experiences dealing with perimenopause and nutrition. She discusses why women don’t need to be afraid of menopause.  We also discuss what people can expect in perimenopause and postmenopause, and what you can do to feel your best through the whole process. Shirley founded Menopause Chicks to create a community of knowledge and support for women dealing with menopause. We discuss the myths around menopause and the real truths that women need to know.

Questions I asked:

• What drove you to write your book?
• Was this your first book?
• What are your tips for people in perimenopause?
• What is menopause, perimenopause, and postmenopause?
• How can we beat the brain fog?
• How can we reduce our stress hormones?
• How do adrenal glands effect the body?
• Why did you throw a Menopause party?
• What was it like taking over Oprah’s twitter?
• Tell us about your private online community?

Topics Discussed:

• Using Dr. Google to get Support.
• What Mokita is about, and why it was important.
• Menopause does not mean getting old.
• Why being informed is so important.
• How to deal with perimenopause.
• How to accept your body.
• Embracing healthy menopause.
• Menopause is a wake-up call.
• How eating, moving and sleeping impacts your menopause.

Quotes from the show:

• “When we do talk about them, we feel better, we feel empowered.” @shirleyweir @SisterhoodSweat
• “I got in the best shape of my life when I was going through menopause.” @shirleyweir @SisterhoodSweat
• “My ultimate vision would be that every 35-year-old woman knows about perimenopause, and knows what to expect.” @shirleyweir @SisterhoodSweat
• “Get as informed about menopause as you possibly can.” @shirleyweir @SisterhoodSweat
• “Focus first on how we eat, move and sleep before you jump to the vitamin aisle.” @shirleyweir @SisterhoodSweat

How you can stay in touch with Shirley:

• http://www.menopausechicks.com
• Her TedX Talk
• https://twitter.com/shirleyweir
• Get The Book
• https://www.facebook.com/MenopauseChicks/?ref=br_rs

How you can stay in touch with Linda:

• Website
• Facebook
• Twitter
• Instagram
• Pinterest
• YouTube
• SoundCloud

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In this episode of The Sisterhood of Sweat, we sit down with conversation expert and storyteller Kalina Silverman, the creator of the global movement Make Big Talk and author of the new book Big Talk: How to Skip the Small Talk, Make Meaningful Connections, and Enrich Your Life.

Kalina’s journey started with something many people quietly experience—loneliness. While away at college, she realized she was surrounded by people yet still struggling to form meaningful friendships. Instead of accepting surface-level conversations, she began asking deeper questions that moved past small talk and opened the door to real connection.

That experiment turned into a viral video series and eventually a global movement encouraging people to ask better questions and build deeper relationships. Today, Make Big Talk events and conversations are happening around the world, helping people connect in a more authentic and human way.

Kalina’s work also took on a powerful new dimension in 2025 when she partnered with GoFundMe to highlight survivors of devastating Los Angeles wildfires. Traveling to burned neighborhoods and damaged homes, she asked one simple but powerful question: What did you lose?

The emotional conversations that followed introduced the world to survivors like Walt, Willie, and Dorothy. These raw, human stories spread across social media, generating millions of views and helping raise more than $2 million in donations for recovery efforts. The project earned Kalina a Shorty Impact Award for Emergency Relief storytelling.

With the release of her new book Big Talk, Kalina is helping people learn how to move beyond surface-level conversations and create deeper connections in friendships, relationships, work, and everyday life.

Her work has attracted the attention of some of the biggest names in media, including Maria Shriver, Anderson Cooper, and Katie Couric, who are all fans of her work and the powerful impact of meaningful conversation.

In this conversation, we explore why small talk often leaves people feeling disconnected, how asking better questions can transform relationships, and why authentic storytelling can create real change in communities.

What we discuss in this episode:

• Why small talk often keeps people feeling isolated
• How one question can unlock meaningful connection
• The moment Kalina realized deeper conversations change lives
• How Make Big Talk grew from a college idea into a global movement
• The emotional wildfire survivor stories that helped raise millions in relief
• Why meaningful conversations are more important than ever in a digital world
• Practical ways to connect with anyone—even if you’re shy or socially anxious

Kalina’s work reminds us that connection isn’t about saying the perfect thing. It’s about creating space for honesty, curiosity, and empathy.

If you’ve ever struggled with awkward conversations, felt lonely in a crowd, or wished relationships felt deeper and more meaningful, this episode will completely change how you think about talking to people.

Connect with Kalina Silverman

Buy the book Big Talk
https://www.makebigtalk.com/book

Make Big Talk Website
https://www.makebigtalk.com

Make Big Talk Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/makebigtalk

Big Talk Box of Questions
https://www.makebigtalk.com/bigtalkbox

Story of Hazel – The Dancing Woman
https://www.makebigtalk.com/hazel

Make Big Talk Disaster Relief Stories
https://www.makebigtalk.com/disaster-relief

Submit Your Story
https://www.makebigtalk.com/story-submission

In this episode of The Sisterhood of Sweat, we sit down with Elizabeth Gaines, Director of Education at Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN), to talk about burnout, stress physiology, and how unresolved emotional patterns can quietly drive chronic illness.

Elizabeth’s path into functional medicine began in survival mode.

For more than a decade, she worked in nonprofit trauma recovery, supporting victims of domestic minor sex trafficking. The emotional intensity and chronic stress eventually led to severe burnout and declining health. When conventional medicine dismissed her symptoms as psychological, she knew there had to be a deeper explanation.

That search led her to Functional Diagnostic Nutrition®, where she learned how to identify hidden stressors through advanced lab testing and personalized healing protocols. By addressing hormone imbalance, gut dysfunction, immune stress, and nervous system dysregulation, she was able to restore her own energy, clarity, and resilience.

Today, Elizabeth leads curriculum development, live practitioner training, and mentor education for one of the world’s most respected functional health certification programs. She now helps others break free from cycles of fatigue, co-dependency, chronic stress, and frustration.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

• Why burnout is biochemical — not just emotional
• How chronic stress disrupts hormones, digestion, immunity, and sleep
• The link between trauma, co-dependency, and physical dysfunction
• What functional lab testing can reveal that standard labs often miss
• Why “it’s all in your head” is one of the most damaging messages in healthcare
• How rewriting your personal narrative supports sustainable healing
• Building resilient, healthy communities that foster long-term wellbeing

Elizabeth blends lived experience with science-based insight, showing how stress physiology and personal story are deeply intertwined — and how healing becomes sustainable when both are addressed.

We have got free exclusive access to their “FDN Methodology in Action” case study series at https://fdntraining.com/sisterhood26

Connect with Elizabeth Gaines

🌿 Learn more about Functional Diagnostic Nutrition®
https://www.fdntraining.com

🌿 Explore Practitioner Training & Certification
https://www.fdntraining.com/certification-course

🌿 FDN on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/fdntraining

🌿 FDN on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/fdntraining

🌿 FDN on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/@FDNTraining

This week on The Sisterhood of Sweat, we’re joined by Jordan Nolan — three-time Stanley Cup Champion turned actor — to talk about his transition from professional hockey to starring in the hit series Shoresy, now premiering Season 5 in the U.S.

Jordan shares insights from his NHL career, what it was like winning three championships, and how he stepped into the world of television — all while staying connected to his roots and giving back to First Nation communities.

🏒 About Shoresy – Season 5

• Premiere Date: February 21, 2026

• Streaming On: Hulu

• Episodes: 6 (All dropping at once)

• Synopsis: Shoresy and the Bulldogs fight to protect the North American game.

Created by and starring Jared Keeso, Shoresy is produced by Bell Media for Crave and distributed by New Metric Media.

🎭 Returning Cast Includes:

• Tasya Teles as Nat

• Blair Lamora as Ziigwan

• Keilani Rose as Miigwan

• Brandon Nolan

• Jordan Nolan

🏆 Jordan Nolan’s NHL Career

Jordan was selected 186th overall in the 2009 NHL Draft by the Los Angeles Kings and went on to win:

• 🏆 Stanley Cup Champion – 2012

• 🏆 Stanley Cup Champion – 2014

• 🏆 Stanley Cup Champion – 2019

He also played for:

• Buffalo Sabres

• St. Louis Blues

Over his career, he appeared in 375 NHL games and was known for his physical, high-impact style of play.

Fun fact: Jordan and his brother Brandon Nolan are the sons of former NHL coach Ted Nolan.

🎬 From Ice to Acting

After retiring from professional hockey, Jordan stepped into acting, joining the cast of Shoresy and bringing authentic hockey grit to the screen. His role blends humor, intensity, and real locker-room chemistry — something only a true NHL veteran can deliver.

🔗 Watch & Follow

• 📺 Stream Shoresy Season 5 on Hulu beginning February 21, 2026

• 🎬 Created by Jared Keeso

• 🎥 Produced by Bell Media & New Metric Media

In this powerful episode of The Sisterhood of Sweat, we sit down with Mike Hammond for a real, unfiltered conversation about resilience, ownership, and what it actually takes to rebuild when life forces you to level up.

Mike shares his personal journey through adversity, the hard lessons that shaped his leadership, and the mindset shifts required to move from reaction to intention. This isn’t about hype. It’s about standards. It’s about discipline. It’s about deciding who you are going to be when pressure hits.

We talk about:

• The defining moments that forced Mike to change
• Why most people stay stuck in patterns they know aren’t serving them
• How adversity can either refine you or define you
• Taking radical ownership instead of blaming circumstances
• What rebuilding looks like behind the scenes
• Leadership under pressure
• Emotional control versus emotional reaction
• Creating structure and discipline when motivation fades
• Raising your standards in relationships, business, and personal growth

Mike breaks down the difference between wanting change and becoming change. He speaks honestly about the uncomfortable realities of personal growth and why clarity comes from action — not waiting.

Some powerful moments from this conversation:

“You can’t outperform your standards.”

“The story you keep telling yourself is either your prison or your permission.”

“Pressure doesn’t break strong people. It exposes weak systems.”

“Growth starts where excuses end.”

The biggest takeaway? Nobody is coming to rescue you. The shift happens when you decide to lead yourself differently.

If you’re feeling stuck, frustrated, or called into a higher level of performance, this episode will challenge you to stop waiting and start building.

Connect with Mike Hammond:

Website: https://www.mikehammondcoaching.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikehammondcoaching
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikehammondcoaching

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We're throwing it back to a great friday episode discussing faith and the Pink Purse.

On this week's Let It Rip Friday, we discuss that sometimes the path you're meant to be on is lonely. Keep going.

What if the thing you think is holding you back isn’t trauma, bad luck, or fear — but a pattern you’ve been unconsciously repeating your entire life?

In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Linda sits down with emotional intelligence and reinvention expert Stacey Shifflett to explore the truth about clarity, self-responsibility, and the courage it takes to stop betraying yourself.

Stacey is the founder of Modern Consciousness and author of Treasure Map to Joy, and her work centers on one foundational idea: joy, clarity, and truth aren’t things you chase — they are things you uncover.

Together, Linda and Stacey dive into why high-functioning people still feel stuck, how emotional triggers act as clues, why we ignore red flags in relationships, and what it really takes to reinvent your life — at any stage. They unpack the cost of avoiding hard questions, the power of surrender, and how reclaiming your personal responsibility puts you back in control.

This episode goes beyond surface-level mindset advice. It explores real grief, divorce, emotional patterns, fear, and self-worth — and how clarity changes everything.

If you have ever felt overwhelmed, stuck in repeating cycles, afraid to make a hard decision, or uncertain about your next chapter — this conversation will meet you exactly where you are.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why constant movement is often mistaken for purpose
• The difference between emotional clarity and emotional avoidance
• How complaining can become a substitute for real change
• Why reinvention is a skill — not a personality trait
• How surrender can unlock unexpected opportunities
• The hidden ways we repeat relationship patterns
• Why we tolerate red flags and avoid hard truths
• The role fear plays in staying stuck
• How personal responsibility restores your power
• Why emotional triggers are actually invitations
• The connection between grief, identity loss, and reinvention
• How clarity prevents crisis
• What it means to choose joy regardless of circumstance

Memorable moments from this conversation:

Clarity is courage plus awareness plus right action.

What you tolerate becomes your normal.

We are wired for certainty, even when certainty hurts us.

You don’t get the right answers unless you ask the right questions.

Your trouble can become your transportation.

When you calm your triggers, you calm your life.

Just because you made a wrong decision once doesn’t mean you can’t turn around and make a right one.

About Stacey Shifflett:

Stacey is an emotional intelligence and reinvention expert, founder of Modern Consciousness, and author of Treasure Map to Joy. She helps individuals rebuild after divorce, burnout, loss, identity collapse, and emotional overload by teaching them how to see themselves clearly and interrupt unconscious patterns.

Connect with Stacey:

Modern Consciousness
https://modernconsciousness.com

Treasure Map to Joy
https://modernconsciousness.com/treasure-map-to-joy

Emotional Triggers Workbook
https://modernconsciousness.com

In this episode of Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda Mitchell sits down with Jon Taffer, America’s hospitality authority, entrepreneur, best-selling author, and the force behind one of television’s most enduring reality franchises, Bar Rescue.

Season 10 of Bar Rescue premieres Sunday, February 22 at 10 PM ET/PT on Paramount Network, marking a major milestone for the hit series. For ten seasons, Jon has stepped into failing businesses, broken systems, emotional chaos, and high-pressure environments — transforming not just bars, but leadership, culture, and accountability.

This season raises the stakes even higher with special guest appearances from *NSYNC’s Chris Kirkpatrick and professional wrestler and actress Mercedes Varnado, bringing new energy and perspective to the rescues.

In this conversation, Linda and Jon dive into what it really takes to rescue more than a business. They talk about leadership under pressure, the role of conflict in growth, resilience in the face of chaos, and what separates thriving brands from those that collapse under their own ego.

This episode is about comebacks, standards, accountability, and the courage to confront what is broken.

What We Talk About in This Episode

What still surprises Jon after ten seasons
The biggest mistakes business owners make before help arrives
Why systems often fail because of leadership
The difference between fixing operations and fixing people
Why leaders avoid conflict and how that damages companies
How to tell if someone truly wants change
Lessons learned consulting for major global brands
What new entrepreneurs must get right from Day One
The role of ego in business failure
Mental resilience in high-stress environments
The most emotional rescues over ten seasons
What makes Season 10 different
Working alongside Chris Kirkpatrick and Mercedes Varnado
The long-term vision for Taffer’s Tavern
The inspiration behind Taffer’s Browned Butter Bourbon

Quotes from This Episode

You cannot fix a business until you fix the leadership behind it.

Conflict handled correctly is growth in disguise.

Systems fail when standards fail.

You cannot save someone who does not want to be saved.

Standards are not suggestions. They are commitments.

Connect with Jon Taffer

Bar Rescue on Paramount Network
https://www.paramountnetwork.com/shows/bar-rescue

Season 10 Premiere Details
https://www.paramountnetwork.com/schedule

Jon Taffer Official Website
https://jontaffer.com

The Power of Conflict
https://jontaffer.com/books

Taffer’s Tavern
https://tafferstavern.com

Taffer’s Browned Butter Bourbon
https://taffersbrownedbutterbourbon.com

Follow Jon Taffer on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/jontaffer

Follow Jon Taffer on X
https://x.com/jontaffer

In this episode of Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda Mitchell sits down with Dr. John Osborne, board-certified cardiologist, lipidologist, and founder of Clear Cardio, to challenge conventional thinking around cholesterol and heart disease.

Dr. Osborne explains why LDL cholesterol alone is not a reliable standalone marker for cardiovascular disease and why focusing only on traditional lab numbers can create a false sense of security. He shares how plaque can quietly develop for decades before symptoms appear — and why the first symptom for many people is a heart attack or sudden cardiac event.

The conversation explores the evolution of cardiac imaging, the role of ApoB and lipoprotein(a) in risk assessment, and how advanced cardiac CT combined with artificial intelligence now allows physicians to detect, measure, and track plaque in ways that were previously impossible.

This episode reframes heart disease as something that can be identified early — and potentially prevented — when the right tools are used.

What We Talk About in This Episode

Why LDL cholesterol alone does not tell the full story
The difference between risk factors and actual disease
How ApoB improves cardiovascular risk assessment
Why lipoprotein(a) is genetic and should be tested at least once
The limits of traditional stress testing
How plaque forms in the arterial wall decades before symptoms
Calcium scoring versus full cardiac CT imaging
How AI is transforming plaque detection and measurement
Whether arterial plaque can be slowed or reversed
The real role of statins and other cholesterol-lowering tools
Why you cannot out-train genetics
The one scan adults over 40 should consider

Quotes from This Episode

Cholesterol floating in your bloodstream does not tell me if it is sticking.

Risk is not disease. The first question should be: do you have plaque?

Half of men and two-thirds of women, their first symptom of heart disease is a heart attack or death.

The problem is not that we cannot treat plaque. The problem is that we are not looking for it early enough.

Early detection for heart disease should be as routine as screening for cancer.

Connect with Dr. John Osborne

Clear Cardio – Powers of Prevention YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/@ClearCardio

Learn more about Cardiac CT and AI plaque analysis.

Are you interested in improving your libido?  Have you been worried about your sexual health? In this episode, I talk with Dr. Carolyn DeLucia. Dr. DeLucia MD, FACOG, is a pioneer at the leading edge of non-invasive sexual wellness treatments. She joins us to discuss how she became a health advocate for women. She talks about all the taboo questions about our sexual health as we get older. She gives out advice that’s worth thousands of dollars so make sure to take notes.  

Questions I asked:

• Can you give us your backstory?
• What can we do about vaginal pain during sex?
• How quickly will someone recover from laser?
• Are these treatments out of pocket?
• Can you tell us about bioidentical hormone therapy?
• Why do you recommend the pellets?
• What can hormones do for your body?
• How do you custom tailor the process for clients?
• Can hormones help prevent sagging?
• Do you need to be knocked out for a procedure?
• Do you have any studies to show the cancer risk for synthetic hormones vs. bioidentical?
• What about gaining and sustaining muscle?
• Can we talk about Botox and how it works?
• What do you do for the Neck?
• Is there anything else you’d like to share?
• What is one thing you’d like to leave with the audience?

Topics Discussed:

• Sexual health.
• Fear of Aging.
• Impacting people to change their lives
• Dealing with loss of libido.
• Intimate health.
• Vaginal dryness.
• Owning your sexuality.
• Oura Ring

Quotes from the show:

• “It’s all about giving women a voice.” Dr. Carolyn DeLucia @SisterhoodSweat
• “Intimate health is so important, it’s the glue to our romantic relationship.” Dr. Carolyn DeLucia @SisterhoodSweat
• “There are so many ways for women to keep enjoying their sexuality.” Dr. Carolyn DeLucia @SisterhoodSweat
• “When you don’t get enough sleep, you are effected in every area.” Dr. Carolyn DeLucia @SisterhoodSweat
• “Botox is nothing to be afraid of.” Dr. Carolyn DeLucia @SisterhoodSweat
• “Do whatever it takes to be the best person you can be.” Dr. Carolyn DeLucia @SisterhoodSweat

How you can stay in touch with Dr. Carolyn:

• Website
• Get the Free Book
• Instagram
• Twitter
• Facebook
• Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding Website
• LinkedIn
• Blog Posts

How you can stay in touch with Linda:

• Website
• Facebook
• Twitter
• Instagram
• Pinterest
• YouTube
• SoundCloud

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In this episode of the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Linda is joined by Don Winslow, seven-time consecutive New York Times bestselling author whose crime novels explore power, corruption, loyalty, and consequence. Don discusses how crime fiction reflects reality, why Hollywood keeps betting big on his stories, and what happens when fiction gets uncomfortably close to the truth.

Episode Highlights

• How Crime 101 sparked a nine-figure Hollywood bidding war

• Why crime fiction often reveals truths the news avoids

• The real-life systems that inspire Don Winslow’s stories

• Power, corruption, and who ultimately pays the price

• Why crime novels have become a cultural warning system

Rapid Takeaways

• Crime fiction reflects real power dynamics

• Fiction can reveal uncomfortable truths

• Systems matter more than villains

• Stories can function as warnings

Connect with Don Winslow

Official Website:
https://donwinslow.net

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/donwinslow/

Books (Amazon Author Page):
https://www.amazon.com/Don-Winslow/e/B000AQ6VQI

The Final Score (New Novel):
https://donwinslow.net/books/the-final-score/

Crime 101 (Film – IMDb):
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt18224088/