GUT TALK with Jill & Jenna

Latest Episodes:

Dating Anxiety, Aging Gracefully, and Why We’re Done Chasing Perfection Jul 02, 2025

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Welcome back to Gut Talk! If you're new here - hi, we're so happy to have you.

This week we are getting real about where we’re at in life - dating in your late 20s, the pressure to "have it all together," and how social media has totally distorted how we view beauty, confidence, and success.

We talk about:

- My first date in forever and why dating gives me anxiety

- Why turning 28 and 30 has actually felt like the start of our glow-up

- Building confidence without changing your face (or breaking the bank)

Your favorite life hacks from our IG question box (you guys killed it)

If you’ve ever felt behind, overwhelmed, or not “enough,” this episode is the deep, reassuring chat you didn’t know you needed. From skincare to soul work—this one’s for the girls in the messy middle.

Let’s get into it.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro: Summer colds, guest rooms & pre-Nashville energy

02:23 - Family dynamics around being sick & rest culture

04:15 - Accidental photo scroll horror story

08:11 - First date recap & dating anxiety

10:03 - The mental load of dating in your late 20s

15:14 - Why we feel better at 28 & 30 than we did at 24

20:14 - The power of trial-and-error in your 20s

21:24 - Gut healing, emotional health & bouncing back

25:03 - Beauty standards, filler pressure & social media

37:06 - What’s changed your life lately? (Listener Q&A)

38:48 - Walks, amino acids & feeling nourished

40:18 - Being “skinny but malnourished” during the pandemic

41:11 - Shoutout to our strong, lifting mom 💪

42:29 - BYEEEEEE

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What Most Women Get Wrong About Gut Health, Hormones & Supplements w/ Micaela Riley Jun 25, 2025

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Welcome back to Gut Talk! If you're new here - hi, we're so happy to have you.

In this episode we sat down with functional nutritionist Micaela Riley (@bebalancedbymicaela) to talk about everything women need to hear about gut health, hormones, metabolism, and why so many are still feeling off - even when doing "all the right things."

Micaela opens up about her own journey of feeling dismissed by doctors, struggling with symptoms like hair loss, weight gain, acne, and burnout - only to later build a thriving wellness practice helping women get real answers.

We cover:

- The biggest mistakes women make when trying to “get healthy”

- Why 1,200-calorie diets and endless cardio aren’t working

- Over-supplementation and how it might be hurting your liver

- Mikayla’s glowy skin routine (and her take on the sunscreen debate!)

If you’ve ever felt dismissed, confused, or like something’s still not right, this one’s for you!

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction & Guest Intro - Micaela Riley from Be Balanced

01:23 The Skin Routine, Wellness in Austin, and Gluten-Free Living

05:04 Micaela’s Personal Health Journey & Being Dismissed by Doctors

08:52 The Problem with Traditional Medicine and Women's Health Dismissal

11:52 Why Functional Testing Matters (DUTCH, GI Map, Bloodwork)

14:06 Over-Supplementation, Liver Stress & TikTok Wellness Culture

17:02 What Lab Testing Reveals: Hair Loss, Hormones, and Chronic Symptoms

19:48 PCOS, Perimenopause & Common Hormonal Patterns

23:44 Metabolic Health, Weight Fluctuations & Cortisol Confusion

26:22 Blood Sugar, Insulin Resistance & Tools to Track It

30:00 The Under-Eating Epidemic & Cardio Overload in Women

33:16 Lifting Weights vs. Endless Cardio: The Metabolism Myth

35:00 Supplement Overload & How It’s Harming, Not Helping

38:22 Jill’s Melanoma Story & Sunscreen Controversy in Wellness

42:46 Healing Through Slowing Down: Letting Go of Over-Exercising

45:11 Skin Health, Retinol, Barrier Repair & Micaela’s Full Routine

49:18 Acne, Insulin Resistance & Why Zinc Isn’t a Cure-All

51:03 Blood Sugar 101: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Fix It

54:35 Macros, Protein, Fiber & Tracking for Long-Term Health

58:10 Eating More to Build Muscle & Reverse Dieting Real Talk

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What Being Single Has Taught Us Jun 13, 2025

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In this episode, we are sitting down for an honest, energizing conversation about what the past year of going through breakups and being single has looked like for both of us — and why it’s been one of the most transformative seasons of our lives.

We reflect on how being on our own has allowed us to reconnect with our intuition, raise our standards, and pour into our own energy like never before. This one’s all about celebrating the growth that happens when you're not in a relationship — and how that wholeness becomes the foundation for anything that comes next.

We chat about:

Why being single can be the best thing ever for yourself
How we’ve deepened our relationship with ourselves
The routines, mindset shifts, and rituals that helped us heal
Dating with higher standards
The freedom, clarity, and confidence that came from being on our own

Whether you're newly single, long-term solo, or just craving a deeper connection with yourself — this episode will meet you where you’re at.

Episode Sponsor:

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We're Back: Life Lately, Muscle Testing, Lifting Updates, and Our Very First Merch Launch Jun 05, 2025

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After a few weeks away from the mic, we’re back with a fun chit-chatty episode catching you up on what’s been going on behind the scenes.

In this conversation, we dive into:

Recent travel updates—the connection between stomach acid and gut resilience, especially when it comes to food poisoning
An intro to muscle testing: what it is, how we’ve been exploring it, and what we’re noticing so far
Strength training updates for both of us—what’s shifting in our routines and what we’re focusing on this season
A behind-the-scenes perspective from the launch of our very first merch: our excitement, gratitude & what's next for GTG merch!

Thanks for tuning in—we’re so glad to be back.

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How Gut Health Impacts Fertility: Tips to Boost Hormones & Support Fertility with Dr. Julianna Mann May 07, 2025

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Today’s episode touches on a topic that’s incredibly important—and deeply personal for many: fertility.

Joining us today is Dr. Julianna Mann, a naturopathic doctor at Kale Diagnostics who specializes in fertility, pregnancy, and pediatric care. She’s passionate about taking a root-cause, whole-body approach—especially the connection between gut health and fertility.

In this episode, we explore:

- The gut–hormone–fertility connection

- How your microbiome impacts immune function, estrogen metabolism, and even your future baby’s health

- Practical tips to naturally support hormone balance and increase fertility for both partners

- How to optimize your gut microbiome before conception

This is one of the most empowering conversations we’ve had yet. Let’s get into it—please welcome Dr. Julianna Mann to Gut Talk.

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Get Off Your Acid—Healing Inflammation, Reversing Reflux & Reclaiming Your Energy with Dr. Daryl Gioffre Apr 30, 2025

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Welcome back to Gut Talk! If you’re new here—hi, We are Jenna and Jill, the hosts of Gut Talk. We’re so happy to have you.

We have four words for you: Get. Off. Your. Acid.

Today we are joined by Dr. Daryl Gioffre, a world-renowned gut health and inflammation expert, celebrity nutritionist, and bestselling author of Get Off Your Acid and Get Off Your Sugar. In this conversation, we dive into how acidity affects your energy, digestion, mood, and overall health—and how you can reverse it.

Dr. Gioffre’s approach is personal and powerful, rooted in both science and experience. We talk about:

- Why most of us actually need more stomach acid, not less

- The true cause of acid reflux (and how to heal it naturally)

- What leaky gut really is, how to know if you have it, and how to heal it

- His gut-healing protocol (which I’ll be trying on social media! Follow me here)

- The alkaline diet, pH balance, and their effects on inflammation and immunity

- A practical 7-day gut reset plan to help with bloating, fatigue, and chronic symptoms

Let’s get into it—please welcome Dr. Daryl Gioffre to Gut Talk!

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Build Lean Muscle the Right Way: Amino Acids, Protein Powder, Creatine & Nutrition with Angelo Keely Apr 16, 2025

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In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back Angelo Keely, CEO and Co-Founder of Kion, a true expert in protein nutrition and a trusted voice in the world of wellness. We dive deep into the world of essential amino acids with a special focus on Kion Aminos—what they are, why they matter, and how they can help support lean muscle growth, fat loss, and overall body composition. From practical tips for starting a muscle-building journey to clarifying the differences between protein powder, aminos, creatine, and collagen, Angelo breaks it all down in a way that’s both informative and inspiring. We also explore the growing buzz around GLP-1 weight loss drugs, the impact of protein and aminos on skin health, and whether or not aminos “count” toward your daily protein intake. If you’ve ever wondered how to fuel smarter and supplement more effectively, this conversation is packed with the insights you need.

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(Our favorites are the "Mixed Berry" Essential Amino Acids & the Clean Coffee)

Elevate Your Gut Microbiome to Unlock Better Health, Mood, Energy & Happiness with Tim Spector MD Apr 09, 2025

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In this episode, we’re joined by the brilliant Dr. Tim Spector—Professor of Genetic Epidemiology, founder of the renowned TwinsUK study, and co-founder of the science-driven nutrition company ZOE. Known for his groundbreaking research featured in the Netflix documentary Hack Your Health and over 900 published studies, Dr. Spector dives into the fascinating science of the gut microbiome, why identical twins don’t respond the same to food, and how ZOE’s massive nutrition study (published in Nature Medicine) is transforming how we understand personalized health. We unpack the science behind fiber (why he eats 30 different plants a week), what improves or damages your microbiome, and how gut health ties directly to mood, sleep, and metabolic health. Dr. Spector also shares his thoughts on mental well-being, the real issue behind the rise of protein, and offers an early peek at the new Processed Food Risk Scale. If you’re looking to go beyond basic nutrition advice and get into the real science of food, microbes, and health, this is the episode for you.

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ZOE Gut Microbiome Test LINK

ZOE Fiber Supplement LINK

Gut gossip, gym girl eras and lifestyle updates (Giveaway!) Apr 02, 2025

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In this episode, we’re excited to share an exclusive giveaway for our podcast listeners! 3 listeners will be gifted our new merch, a ~listen to your gut~ trucker hat. To enter, simply leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify— and if you’ve already done so in the past, just DM us a screenshot to be entered. Jill also gives us a personal update on her vaginal health journey, along with how Jenna embracing her "Gym Girl Era" has helped boost her confidence. Plus, we dive into Jenna's progress on her metabolic health and the positive impact of Jill's "Happiness Project." We also chat about the pitfall of poor marketing by a specific "wellness" brand and share our opinions on Lauryn Bosstick’s launch of her non-toxic toilet paper — you won’t want to miss it!

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Start Focusing on Your Metabolic Health (and thank us later) Jenna Solo Mar 26, 2025

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In today’s episode, Jenna shares the powerful transformation she's experienced by changing the way she eats—a key factor in her 20-pound weight loss and her journey to becoming the happiest and healthiest version of herself. She opens up about her personal experience, the foods she’s embraced, and the mindset shifts that have completely revamped her health and overall quality of life. Tune in to this solo episode for a fun, candid conversation as Jenna dives into the core principles of metabolic health and how they’ve made all the difference.

Topcis discussed:

How Jenna changed her relationship with food
What is Metabolic Health/Metabolism
The core foundations/principles
The basics she focuses on when it comes to WHAT and HOW she eats
How she has had to unlearn diet culture
Why this has changed her energy for the better
How you can start to implement changes
Other things to focus on/address to support your metabolism

Work 1on1 with Jenna HERE!

Books mentioned: How to Heal Your Metabolism by Kate Deering, Good Energy by Casey Means

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