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Behind The Bite

Cristina Castagnini
Eating Disorders
Mental Health
Body Image
Diet Culture
Nutrition
Intuitive Eating
Recovery
Weight Stigma
Trauma
Disordered Eating
Body Positivity
Community Support
Menopause
Health At Every Size
Binge Eating
Self-Acceptance
Glp-1 Medications
Weight Loss
Self-Compassion
Trauma-Informed Care

Where a real doctor - who really recovered from an eating disorder - talks about your real struggles with food, body image, and weight. Straight talk from the professional and personal perspective...

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In this enlightening episode, Dr. Cristina Castagnini sits down with celebrity stylist and image consultant Jenni Lee to deconstruct the stressful relationship many women have with their wardrobes. For those struggling with body image or eating disor... more

What happens when your child is battling a serious, potentially life-threatening illness, but instead of being empowered to help, you are told to stand back, stay quiet, and stay out of the way? In this deeply compassionate episode of Behind the Bite... more

In this powerful episode, Dr. Cristina Castagnini sits down with Toni Curtis, the founder of Birthwise, to explore the profound loneliness and frustration that comes with being dismissed by the medical establishment. After suffering the tragic loss o... more

In this episode of Behind the Bite, Dr. Cristina Castagnini sits down with therapist, educator, and author Tamie Gangloff to explore the profound intersection of chronic illness, eating disorders, and substance use. After being diagnosed with scolios... more

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Cherie Monarch
Advocate and founder of Mom to Mom
Mom to Mom
Episode: Ep. 296 Supporting a Loved One With an Eating Disorder: You Don’t Have to Figure It Out Alone With Cherie Monarch and Nancy Clarkson
Nancy Clarkson
Advocate and leader in Mom to Mom
Mom to Mom
Episode: Ep. 296 Supporting a Loved One With an Eating Disorder: You Don’t Have to Figure It Out Alone With Cherie Monarch and Nancy Clarkson
Toni Curtis
Founder of Birthwise and creator of the Lifespan Birth Method
Birthwise Doulas
Episode: Ep. 295 Beyond Depletion: Doula Toni Curtis' War Against a Broken Maternal Health System
Tamie Gangloff
Author and clinician focusing on chronic illness and eating disorders
Private practice / educator
Episode: Ep. 294 A Body, a Backstory, and Recovery: Tamie Gangloff On Chronic Illness, Eating Disorders, and Alcohol
Olivia Soha
Founder of Uncovery; eating disorder recovery coach
Uncovery
Episode: Ep. 293 From Eating Disorder Survivor to Recovery Coach | Olivia Soha of Uncovery
Jenna Doak
Founder of Body Positive Fitness
Body Positive Fitness
Episode: Ep. 292 She Had the “Perfect” Body… But Not the Perfect Life: Jenna Doak on Health, Happiness & Diet Culture
Rachel Frost
Eating disorder recovery coach and psychiatric nurse practitioner
Firefly Mental Health, Minnesota
Episode: Ep 291 Eating Disorders, Addiction & “Food Noise” with Rachel Frost
Jenny Talbert
Chiropractor and founder of Pol Park Chiropractic, Springfield, Missouri
Pol Park Chiropractic
Episode: Ep. 290 Weight Stigma, GLP-1s & Eating Disorders: What Healthcare Gets Wrong With Dr. Jenny Talbert
Michelle Rogers
Advocate for body acceptance and recovery; started anonymous Instagram presence and became a prominent voice in eating disorder recovery community
Independent advocate; Italy? (not specified)
Episode: Ep 289 From Anonymous to Advocate: Michelle Rogers' Inspiring Story of Body Acceptance, Recovery, and Community

Host

Dr. Cristina Castagnini
Host of Behind The Bite

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 98 ratings
  • Excellent!

    I love listening to Dr. Cristina’s take on modern diet-culture and eating disorders. We need podcasts like this more than ever right now and this is solid. I love hearing the guests stories and seeing so much we all have in common. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JenJen1023
    United States3 months ago
  • Real life perspectives

    This show is such a wonderful platform to showcase that ultimately those who suffer from eating disorders are NOT alone! Finding others who get it is such a crucial part of the healing journey 🙏 thank you Dr Castagnini!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    senoritacmg92
    United States6 months ago
  • Insightful & Compassionate Conversations

    Behind the Bite offers thoughtful and meaningful conversations that explore the many layers of eating disorders and recovery. The host brings both compassion and curiosity to each episode, creating space for honest dialogue about the complexities of healing.

    It’s a podcast that isn’t afraid to explore nuance and the realities of recovery, will also highlighting voices and perspectives that help broaden understanding and support in this field. Highly recommend tuning in!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JScoglio
    United States6 months ago
  • Real Women, Real Talk

    I loved this episode! The weight loss business has a strangle hold on women. It’s time people knew the truth about the real life impact it has on many of us and that you can break free.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tykie H.
    United States8 months ago
  • Holistic Conversations About Mental Health

    I absolutely love Behind the Bite. I learn something new and notice my perspective expand every time I listen. Great guests with a wide range of approaches to mental health and recovering from disordered eating. Thank you for doing this show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Haley Schiek
    United Statesa year ago

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Guests and host are consistently described as authentic and insightful.
The show is viewed as a safe, stigma-reducing space that balances personal stories with clinical perspectives.
Listeners praise compassionate, holistic discussions and practical recovery guidance.

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Talking Points

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Ep. 295 Beyond Depletion: Doula Toni Curtis' War Against a Broken Maternal Health System
Q: How did your experiences influence your view on traditional healthcare and patient empowerment?
They showed me that conventional care often misses the full health picture, which is why I integrated somatic work, nutrition, and mindfulness to empower women to heal and birth more consciously.
Ep. 295 Beyond Depletion: Doula Toni Curtis' War Against a Broken Maternal Health System
Q: For people who don't know you, tell us about your story and how you got here.
I share a journey from infertility and medical dismissal to embracing a holistic approach that treats the person, not just the symptoms, leading to Birthwise and Lifespan Birth Method.
Ep. 293 From Eating Disorder Survivor to Recovery Coach | Olivia Soha of Uncovery
Q: What is recovery coaching and how does it fit with clinical care?
Recovery coaching is an adjunct to clinical support focused on practical, daily-life recovery tasks, helping clients implement behavior changes and navigate real-world challenges beyond therapy sessions.
Ep. 293 From Eating Disorder Survivor to Recovery Coach | Olivia Soha of Uncovery
Q: For listeners who don't know you, where are you coming in from and what's your personal story?
Olivia shares growing up in Australia, early struggles with diet culture, the span of her eating disorder, a near-death hospital experience, and how those experiences shaped her move into recovery coaching.
Ep 278 The Kind of Healing That Makes Room For Real Life With Johanna Scoglio
Q: How did joyful movement like swimming impact your healing?
Swimming reintroduced joyful, body-aware movement free from the punishment mindset, helping me reconnect with my body and integrate exercise as a positive, purposeful part of life rather than a compulsive obligation.

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What is Behind The Bite about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on compassionate, evidence-informed conversations about eating disorders, body image, and recovery. It frequently blends personal stories with professional insights, tackling topics like stigma in healthcare, weight-neutral care, trauma and co-occurring conditions, and practical paths to sustainable recovery. Guests span clinicians, recovery coaches, athletes, and individuals with lived experience, offering actionable guidance for listeners navigating eating disorders, body image pressures, and associated mental health challenges. A notable strength is the balance between science and lived experience, with a clear emphasis on compassionate, non-judgmental care and real-world strategies that listeners can apply in daily lif... more

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1. Cherie Monarch
2. Nancy Clarkson
3. Toni Curtis
4. Tamie Gangloff
5. Olivia Soha
6. Jenna Doak
7. Rachel Frost
8. Jenny Talbert

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