MOVE EAT GIVE by Interrupt Hunger
More than 73% of Americans have overweight or obesity, while more than 12 % have food insecurity. America is getting heavier, sicker, and more isolated from each other every day. Interrupt Hunger’s motto, MOVE EAT GIVE, reflects our belief that virtually every problem in America could be fixed if we took better care of ourselves and took better care of each other. Welcome to Interrupt Hunger's MOVE EAT GIVE podcast, where we talk with experts in Exercise Is Medicine, Food Is Medicine and Food Insecurity. And understanding that knowledge isn't always enough to help you lose weight, every other episode showcases someone who's lost at least 10% body weight to share exactly how they did it. Interrupt Hunger is a 501c3 nonprofit, which helps you lose weight while feeding the hungry. Bring our free 12-Week Weight Loss Challenge and Donate Your Weight program to the places you live, work, and pray. We fund our mission with sales from our MOVE EAT GIVE bracelets and apparel. So please visit us at interrupthunger.org to show your support. 50 meals are donated for every item sold to the nation's largest hunger relief network. So you get to look good while feeling good. Shop MOVE EAT GIVE Bracelets & Apparel (50 Meals Donated for every item sold) Donate Your Weight (Celebrate your weight loss victories) 12-Week Weight Loss Challenge (Fun & easy way to create healthy habits) https://interrupthunger.org/ "Lose Weight while Feeding the Hungry" Contact us: Email: jollie@interrupthunger.org @Interrupthunger Facebook @InterruptHunger Instagram @InterruptHunger LinkedIn @InterruptHunger Twitter
Episodes
Learn all the things you didn't know about childhood obesity from Evan Nadler, MD, who co-directed the nation's largest childhood obesity practice at Children's National in Washington, DC, for 20 years.
Dr. Nadler brings a unique, non-judgmental approach to what he considers a fundamentally different disease from adult obesity.
Key Topics Covered:
The Science Behind Childhood Obesity
- Why childhood obesity differs dra...
SICK FAT: Biology, Not Willpower. Stop fighting the wrong enemy!
Sick Fat, also known as adiposopathy, is a tough topic, so I found one of the most experienced specialists to walk us through it.
With this episode, I'm hoping to change the narrative around obesity & chronic disease. From one of blame, to one of biology & healing.
What I like about Dr. Nadler so much is his balanced approach to...
Meet the woman who helped create the field of exercise oncology. Anna Schwartz, PhD, NP, isn't just a world record-holding cyclist and cancer survivor – she's the researcher whose groundbreaking work proved exercise is medicine for cancer patients. From being told by a mentor, "nobody's studying this" to co-authoring the first exercise guidelines for cancer survivors, Dr. Schwartz's journey is remarkab...
Meet Debra Fowler, a 48-year-old nurse from North Carolina who went from hiding in the back of photos to confidently stepping on the scale each week. Her incredible 82-pound weight loss journey began with a powerful wake-up call at a funeral where she realized denial wasn't working anymore.
In this raw, honest conversation, Debra shares how she tried everything—from calorie counting journals to meal replacement programs—before ...
Jon Walsh, urban farmer, teacher, and change-maker living in Tokyo, Japan, shares his remarkable journey from New Zealand to Japan, and how a tsunami, a tomato plant, and a mission to feed others sparked a whole movement.
We dive into:
- How gardening can be simple—even in small urban spaces
- What makes Japan’s food culture so healthy (just 4% obesity!)
- Jon’s “Grow Some, Give Some” model that helps fight food insecurity
- The power of sc...
Fascinating conversation with Dr. Ajay Joseph, an interventional cardiologist from Tulsa who's doing something remarkable.
He spends 4 days a week putting stents in patients' hearts, and 1 day a week teaching them how to cook healthy meals so they never need stents in the first place.
Here's what stopped me in my tracks:
→ 90% of heart attacks are preventable
→ Researchers have actually proven you can REVERSE plaque buil...
Revolutionary School Lunch Program: How One Texas District Transformed Student Nutrition
Lake Travis ISD has served 10,000 extra servings of fruits and vegetables beyond regular meals through unlimited produce offerings, while students run home asking parents for sugar snap peas after taste tests and participate in synchronized carrot crunches. Registered Dietitian Marissa Bell reveals their game-changing ...
Clancy Harrison gives a masterclass on how to improve food access AND food dignity while improving economic development for farmers AND creating stronger ties throughout communities.
Topics in today's episode:
- Food dignity is subjective and varies by individual.
- Community involvement is key to improving food access.
- Innovative partnerships can break down barriers to food access.
- Food can be integrated into social services ...
In this powerful "How I Did It" episode, Jan Jackson shares an extraordinary story of transformation—rising from high school dropout to Air Force Master Sergeant through sheer determination. Confronting a family history marked by tragedy—early deaths and physical challenges linked to poor nutrition—she boldly declared, "I am not my past. I want to be the one to break this cycle."
Her remarkable journey is a testa...
Learn how to fight food waste & food insecurity right in your own backyard!
Garry Oppenheimer created AmpleHarvest.org to help gardeners donate fresh produce to local food pantries. Food pantries get just-in-time fresh produce to hungry families in a day or two -instead one to two weeks- and gardeners get to avoid the dilemma of what to do with excess harvest after their family & friends have all been fed.
Up until AmpleHarve...
You know how Jesus said, "It’s easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than a rich man to get into heaven". Well, Tommy Thomaidis is doing everything he can to get there!
Hear Tommy share his journey from struggling with obesity to becoming a community food advocate, and especially how he left his Wall Street career behind to focus on feeding those in need.
His insights about equal access to nutritious food and...
Join us as Miguel Villarreal, Interim Co-Executive Director, National Farm To School Network & school food service veteran, shares how culinary education and community collaboration are transforming student health and school wellness. From growing farm-to-school programs to addressing food inequities, Miguel reveals how parents, educators, and food service workers can work together to create healthier futures for our students &...
From everyday dad to Ironman competitor - Curt's 70-pound weight loss journey started with simple daily changes, not extreme diets. With encouragement from his wife and support from a health coach friend, he reshaped his approach to food and fitness, tackling hidden sugars and discovering the power of meal prep. His candid take on prioritizing health over appearance, plus practical tips for sustainable change & getting you...
How can we better support our veterans in their journey to better health?
Dr. Kelly Hagerich, National Lead Physician Champion for the Veterans Administration's MOVE! weight management program, dives into a few of the unique challenges veterans face, from managing chronic diseases to addressing the impacts of sexual assault and traumatic brain injuries.
She sheds light on how MOVE! is making a difference thro...
In this "How I Did It" episode, Shanon Adams, a 47-year old President & COO of a 200 person market research firm shares her 85 pound weight loss journey.
If you're still on the fence about GLP-1 inhibitors, or think weight loss is all "mindset" & "willpower", this episode is for you.
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Hear how Troy Smothermon, co-founder of Start Organic, turned a passion for gardening into transformative corporate programs for companies like PayPal, Apple, and Tesla. Discover how growing food isn’t just about plants—it’s about reconnecting with nature, reducing stress, and building community in unexpected places.
Topics
00:00 — Introduction: Start Organic's mission
03:16 — Founding Start Organic
05:41 ...
In this "How I Did It" episode, Kim Greer shares her transformative weight-loss journey. Coming from Afro-Caribbean roots, where "food is love," Kim reached 396 pounds. After losing 120 pounds through motivation and mindset, she sought counseling and underwent gastric sleeve surgery to reach her goals. Down over 200 pounds, Kim reveals the key habits that have helped her maintain her weight loss, offering practi...
Dr. Jaclyn Albin, Director of Culinary Medicine, UT-Southwestern (Dallas, TX) a pioneer in culinary medicine, is here to change the way we think about food. Imagine blending health, flavor, and culture into every meal—whether it’s sneaking mushrooms into tacos or transforming family favorites into nutritional powerhouses. Her approach makes eating well not just easy but enjoyable, showing us that small tweaks can have a big impact ...
In this "How I Did It" episode, Traci Brown, a 47-year-old health coach from Boerne, TX, shares her inspiring journey from nearly 250 pounds to a thriving, healthy lifestyle. She opens up about how a shocking photo from her 20-year reunion motivated her to take control of her health, lose 85 pounds, and ultimately transform her life.
She’s now empowering others to regain their health and confidently take control ...
Sami is a key player in the world of lifestyle medicine, especially when it comes to cancer care. She’s all about making exercise programs work for survivors, sharing her insights on how to implement these strategies effectively. Whether you’re a patient looking to get healthier or a provider looking to implement a #LifestyleMedicine program, Sami’s got the experience and knowledge to guide you!
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