Bari-Chatz with Nina & Pam of Bari-Bestiez

In this conversation, Nina and Pam discuss their personal experiences with weight loss and the challenges that come with maintaining a healthy lifestyle after bariatric surgery. They explore the mental and emotional battles faced during the journey, the importance of supplements, and the need for balance in life. The discussion highlights the struggles of staying committed to health goals, especially during stressful times, and emp...

In this episode of Bari-Chatz, Nina and Pam of Bari-Bestiez are joined by Nina’s husband, Billy — for an honest talk about life, change, and support through the bariatric journey. Together, they unpack what it really means to grow — not just physically, but mentally and emotionally.

From navigating GLP-1 medications to building healthy communication in relationships, the conversation explores how mindset and mental health shape your...

In this powerful episode of Bari-Chatz, Nina and Pam sit down with Big E and Tony from The Bari Male Experience to open up a conversation that’s often left unspoken—what it’s really like for men in the bariatric community.

Together, they share real stories of resilience, accountability, and growth—beyond the numbers on the scale. From mental health and vulnerability to the strength found in community, this episode reminds every list...

Three years post-op, Nina and Pam know that hunger doesn’t disappear—it just changes its disguise. In this episode, they open up about what hunger feels like now: the head hunger, the hormone shifts, and those surprise cravings that sneak in after years of feeling “under control.”

They talk candidly about how GLP-1s, appetite suppressants, mindful eating, and honest self-check-ins help them manage appetite while staying true to thei...

Bari-Bestiez x OSLP: Respecting Your Tool
In this episode, Nina and Pam sit down with Mel from Our Sleeved Life Podcast (OSLP) to unpack the hard truth: your bariatric surgery is a tool, not a magic fix. Together, they share real talk on what it means to honor that tool—through food choices, mindset, and accountability—without slipping into old patterns or self-sabotage. Expect laughs, honesty, and a reminder that respecting y...

No Gym? No Problem — How to Find Exercise in Real Life
You don’t need a membership or machines to move your body. This episode shows you how to build fitness into the day you already have—at home, at work, and outside—using simple, doable ideas that fit every level.

This show is educational and not medical advice. Check with your care team for personal guidance. 

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Welcome to Bari-Chatz with Nina & Pam of Bari-Bestiez — real friends, real talk, and real journeys. Today, we’re opening up about something we all face: the rough seasons of life. Because let’s be honest — it’s not always sunshine and scale victories. Sometimes, it’s heavy. And that’s okay. 

This episode is about giving yourself permission to feel it all — to remember that it’s OK to not be OK. We’ll share how to navigate those ...

The number on the scale doesn’t tell the whole story — and in this episode of Bari-Chatz with Nina & Pam of Bari-Bestiez, we’re diving deep into the non-scale victories (NSVs) that make the bariatric journey so rewarding. 💪✨ 

From crossing your legs comfortably to fitting into airplane seats without an extender, or finally saying yes to the photo — these moments are powerful, emotional, and worth celebrating! 🎉 

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Weight Loss Surgery (WLS) is often seen as a quick fix—but the real journey begins after the operating room. In this powerful episode of Bari-Chatz with Nina & Pam, we’re getting real about the emotional, mental, and physical challenges that come with WLS. From unexpected setbacks, body image battles, food addiction, to the pressure of meeting “goal weight,” we’re breaking the silence on the weight we carry that no scale can me...

Welcome back to Bari-Chatz with Nina & Pam of Bari-Bestiez — the podcast where we keep it real, raw, and relatable as we support you through every stage of your bariatric journey. 💜❤️

In this episode, we’re diving into a must-know topic: vitamins and supplements — why they matter, how to stay consistent, and what can happen if you don’t. This isn’t just about popping pills — it’s about protecting your health, energy, and long-t...

🎙️ EXTENDED EPISODE ALERT! 🎙️
Bari-Chatz with Nina & Pam of Bari-Bestiez is back with a powerful special you won’t want to miss! 💜❤️

We’re honored to welcome Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, a nationally recognized bariatric therapist and a true success story — 13 years post-op and among the less than 3% of bariatric patients who’ve maintained 100% excess weight loss for over a decade. 💪✨

Ashlyn’s real-life journey fuels her pass...

In this episode of Bari-Chatz, your Bari-Bestiez Nina and Pam open up about the raw, real, and often overwhelming experience of the first 30 days after bariatric surgery.

From sipping water one ounce at a time to navigating head hunger, emotional ups and downs, and learning to listen to your body — we’re talking about it all. This is the episode we wish we had in our first month post-op.

Whether you’re freshly post-op, counting down ...

In this honest and heartfelt episode, Nina and Pam open up about all the things they wish someone had told them before having bariatric surgery. From emotional shifts to unexpected challenges and those “why didn’t anyone say this?!” moments—we're spilling it all so you can feel more prepared.

Whether you're pre-op, newly post-op, or years into your journey, this episode is packed with real talk, shared experiences, and sup...

In our very first episode of Bari-Chatz, we’re pulling back the curtain and sharing our story — who we are, how we met, and why we created Bari-Bestiez, one of the fastest-growing support communities for bariatric patients.

Join us, Nina and Pam, as we open up about our personal journeys with weight loss surgery, the challenges that led us here, and the passion that fuels our mission to uplift, educate, and walk alongside others on ...