Gutsy Talks

Medicinal mushrooms are everywhere right now, but what do they actually do, how do they work in the body, and how do you know what’s worth taking?

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Anna Sitkoff, a naturopathic doctor, author, and Chief Science Officer & Co-Founder of Lucidum Medicinals. Dr Anna is a leading expert in medicinal mushrooms and is passionate about making the science behind them practical, evidence-based, and easy to...

Feeling exhausted, foggy or flat, yet being told your iron or B12 levels are “normal”? This episode explores why deficiencies are so often missed and what actually helps.

Joining me is Steph Lowe, The Natural Nutritionist, a qualified nutritionist who has been supporting women globally since 2011 to restore energy, balance hormones and feel well again. Steph brings a practical, evidence-informed lens to iron and B12, two nutrients t...

PCOS is one of the most commonly diagnosed (and most misunderstood) hormonal conditions. For many, it comes with years of confusing symptoms, missed diagnoses, and being told the pill is the only option.

Today, I’m speaking with Rhiannon Hardingham, a degree-qualified naturopath, nutritionist, and practitioner educator with over 20 years of clinical experience. Rhiannon is deeply passionate about changing how both patients and pract...

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Jill Crista, a pioneering naturopathic doctor, best-selling author, and one of the world’s leading voices in mould and mycotoxin-related illness.

Dr. Jill has helped thousands of people reclaim their health after exposure to mould, and is deeply passionate about educating both practitioners and the public on this often-missed root cause of chronic illness. Her mission is to elevate the wellbeing of...

In this episode, I’m joined by Natalie Gardner, a psychotherapist, hypnotherapist, and biofeedback practitioner with a strong focus on the gut–brain connection. Natalie is the founder of Altramind Hypnotherapy and works closely with people experiencing anxiety, digestive symptoms, and nervous system dysregulation, often using gut-directed hypnotherapy as a core part of her work.

In this episode, we explore how hypnotherapy can reduc...

Social events and travel should be fun, right? But if you’re living with IBS, they can feel more like a minefield of stress, bloat, and food fear.

In this solo episode, I’m sharing 10 practical, gut-friendly tips to help you feel more confident, in control, and at ease when you're eating out, attending events, or packing your bags for a trip. Because with the right strategies, it is possible to enjoy yourself without flaring up...

If you’ve ever felt out of control around food, stuck in the binge–restrict cycle, or burdened by body shame — you're not alone. And you’re not broken.

Today’s guest is Stefanie Michele, a Binge Eating Recovery Coach who combines lived experience with an impressive toolkit of professional training. As an Intuitive Eating Counselor, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Somatic Experiencing Therapist, and Occupational Therapist, S...

The first 1000 days of life — from conception to around age two — are now recognised as one of the most critical windows for shaping long-term health. And at the heart of that conversation? The infant microbiome.

Today’s guest, Dawn Whitten, is a naturopath, herbalist, and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant with over 20 years of clinical experience in perinatal and early life health. She’s a leading educator, researc...

Ever stared down at the toilet bowl and thought… “Is that normal?” If so, this episode is for you.

Today, I’m taking you on a deep dive (pun intended) into one of the most underrated yet powerful tools for understanding your gut: your poo. From sticky floaters to rabbit pellets, mucus, blood, and everything in between—we’re covering it all. Because what ends up in the toilet tells you so much more than you think.

Whether you're ...

In this episode, I’m joined by Luka McCabe, founder and director of Boob to Food, and best-selling author of Milk to Meals. With a background as a registered midwife and nurse, Luka blends expert clinical knowledge with her own experience as a mum of three to guide caregivers through one of the most important (and overwhelming!) stages of parenting: introducing solids.

Luka created Boob to Food to inspire, educate, and empower paren...

In this episode, I’m joined by Sage King — a Naturopath, Nutritionist, educator, and advocate shaking up the world of inclusive reproductive healthcare. Sage offers evidence-based, trauma-informed naturopathic care with a deep commitment to creating safe, accessible spaces for LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and sex worker communities.

Sage brings a broad, nuanced lens to complex health topics, and today we’re diving into one that’s often...

In this episode, I’m joined by Cyndi O’Meara, a trailblazing nutritionist, TEDx speaker, best-selling author, filmmaker, and founder of Changing Habits. With a background in both nutrition and anthropology, Cyndi has spent decades uncovering the truth behind our food system. She’s a passionate advocate for real food, food education, and empowering people to make informed choices about what they eat.

We dive into what’s really hiding...

Have you ever felt like your bloating is just something you have to live with? That it’s normal to be uncomfortable after meals, to avoid certain foods, or to go days without a bowel movement? If so, this episode is for you.

Today, I’m diving into one of my all-time favourite topics—bloating—and why the advice you've been given about it is often wrong, outdated, or just plain unhelpful. I'm sharing the exact holistic strat...

Today’s guest is Dr. Allison Siebecker, the renowned 'Queen of SIBO'. She is a naturopathic physician, award-winning author, clinician and educator, and this week she joins me to unpack one of the most important (but often overlooked) pieces of the gut health puzzle: motility. We explore the migrating motor complex (MMC), why it matters, and how poor motility can contribute to chronic conditions like SIBO. Dr. Siebecker s...

In this episode, I'm joined by Isabella Lees-Trinca, a physiotherapist specialising in pelvic floor rehabilitation and gut health, with a mission to bring lasting relief to her patients. Issy helps to shine a light on the often-overlooked connection between gut health and pelvic floor function and explains the mechanisms behind how the pelvic floor plays a vital role in digestion and bowel habits as we explore signs of dysfunc...

Today I’m joined by Greta Durston, a degree-qualified Naturopath with advanced training in reproductive health,  specialising in the vaginal microbiome. Greta is on a mission to empower women and AFABs with the sex ed they should have received in school, and she's passionate about creating a safe, supportive space where no question is off-limits and every person feels seen, heard, and validated. Trust me when I tell you that t...

Have you ever been told your bloating, stomach aches, or unpredictable bowel habits are normal? This one's for you. In today’s solo episode, I dive into a topic I'm deeply passionate about - small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, also known as SIBO. I want to help you understand that SIBO isn’t just a diagnosis, it’s the result of broader dysfunction in the gut, and recognising it can be life-changing. 

In this episode, I ...

In this episode, naturopath and leading voice in thyroid education, Tara Nelson, shares her extensive knowledge of thyroid health among decades of experience supporting people with thyroid conditions. We chat about why the thyroid is so important, what can go wrong, and how to spot the early signs of imbalance. Tara shares insights that will leave you feeling informed, empowered, and ready to take control of your thyroid health. Th...

This week, Alison Vickery shares her expert insights into a lesser-known infection that may be quietly impacting your health. Drawing from her personal healing journey and deep clinical knowledge, Alison unpacks the complexities of Bartonella bacteria (AKA Bart), the role of the nervous system in recovery, and what it takes to restore balance in the body.

In this episode, we chat about:

• What a Bartonella infection is
• The differenc...