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Bright Line Living™ - The Official Bright Line Eating Podcast

Susan Peirce Thompson
Bright Line Eating
Food Addiction
Weight Loss
Nutrition
Addiction
Personal Growth
Ultra-Processed Foods
Mental Health
Obesity
Recovery
Dopamine
Ultra-Processed Food Addiction
Mental Binge
Gratitude
Emotional Eating
Diet Mentality
Weight Loss Maintenance
Community Support
Intermittent Reinforcement
Post-Event Collapse Syndrome

Welcome to Bright Line Living, the official Bright Line Eating Podcast channel. Created by Susan Peirce Thompson, Ph.D., a New York Times bestselling author and an expert in the psychology and neuroscience of eating, BLE is a scientifically grounded program that teaches you a simple process for getting your brain on board so you can finally find freedom from food. This channel covers a variety of ... more

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Latest Episodes

For years, I’ve wondered why something like sugary colonoscopy prep didn’t seem to trigger people with food addiction. New research on expectation-driven dopamine helps explain why your motives matter, and why even a food that shouldn’t cause problem... more

Childhood trauma profoundly affects the brain and can significantly impact later eating patterns and adult weight. How? Why? What can be done? Watch this week’s vlog to find out.

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What if the best way to keep moving forward isn’t to push harder? In this vlog, I explain why taking a deliberate pause in weight loss can sometimes be the wisest path to long-term success, and how a maintenance break can give your body and mind a ch... more

Sometimes flexibility is exactly what you need. Sometimes it’s your food addiction trying to negotiate. How can you tell the difference? In this vlog, I share a practical framework for evaluating exceptions without sacrificing your peace.

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Emma Cloney
President of Lipedema Canada and co-founder of Lipedema Canada
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Episode: Lipedema Questions and Answers
Dixie L. King
Bright Line Eating participant, author, and advocate
Bright Line Eating
Episode: Interview with Dixie L. King
Izabella Wentz
Thyroid pharmacist and author focused on gut-thyroid-autoimmune health
Author, IBS book author
Episode: Interview with Dr. Izabella Wentz
Marion Nestle
Renowned nutritionist and author of Food Politics; NYU professor
New York University/Columbia University
Episode: Interview with Marion Nestle
Gabrielle Lyon
Expert in muscle health and author of "The Forever Strong Playbook"
Episode: The Forever Strong Playbook
Anna Runkle
Founder of Crappy Childhood Fairy, works on helping people overcome childhood trauma
Crappy Childhood Fairy
Episode: Healing Trauma: An Interview with Anna Runkle
Amanda Leith
Owner-operator of SHiFT Recovery by Acorn
SHiFT Recovery by Acorn
Episode: SHiFT Recovery by Acorn
Chris Van Tulliken
Author of the book Ultra-Processed People
Episode: You're Invited to Experience a Miracle in London
Robert Lustig
Known for his YouTube video on sugar and advocating against its consumption.
Episode: You're Invited to Experience a Miracle in London

Host

Dr. Susan Peirce Thompson
Host and founder of Bright Line Eating; psychologist/ researcher focused on the science of eating and behavior change.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 191 ratings
  • So Thankful

    I’m so thankful I found Susan and Bright Line Eating. I read her book, and I’ve been listening to her podcasts almost every time I get in the car. I realize I’m not alone with a guilty secret, caused by poor character and weakness. At 55, I can’t explain how huge this is. I’ve been able to stop sugars and flours and remain abstinent for 82 days. I’ve been through an international trip, five family birthdays, Halloween and Thanksgiving, and stayed effortlessly abstinent. 10lbs are gone without hu... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tomfarrelly33
    United States4 years ago
  • Love it

    Susan is a wealth of information about the brain science and eating habits. I find her topics to be so fascinating and informative. I really appreciate that she is not judgmental about the eating habits or lifestyles of her listeners. She has a very empathetic personality and it is so needed with the kinds of topics she addresses. Thank you for making this podcast and adding to my week in a positive way!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Klmdjm6
    United States4 years ago
  • It works if you work it.

    Love love Love SPT. Her work is amazing. The science fascinating and helpful. The plan tried and true.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pheonixfox9
    United States5 years ago
  • Practical, Illuminating and Science-based approach to food addiction and weight loss

    Bright Line Eating works! I was a member of a 12-step fellowship with a similar approach to treating food addiction, but BLE gave me the self-authority and scientific understanding to make the food plan and program tools a sustainable way of life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jackie B SF
    United States5 years ago
  • Yay!!!

    So excited! The best! Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    misa mel
    United States5 years ago

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Insightful and science-based take on eating and brain biology.
Practical strategies and supportive community that help sustain change.
Thoughtful discussions that connect research to real-life habit change.
Empathetic host with a non-judgmental approach to diet and lifestyle.

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Lipedema Questions and Answers
Q: How is Lipedema diagnosed and how can someone tell if they might have it?
Diagnosis is clinical, relying on medical history and a physical examination by a clinician knowledgeable about Lipedema; there is no definitive blood or imaging test for Lipedema right now, though imaging can help rule out other conditions like lymphedema; key criteria include bilateral symmetric fat enlargement sparing hands/feet, pain on pressure, easy bruising, and persistent limb enlargement after weight loss.
Grow Your Tenacity Circuit
Q: Can you speak more about this part of the brain and its impact on getting stuff done when you lose the will to do things at all?
Dr. Thompson explains that the anterior mid-singulate cortex is crucial for willpower and is affected by our actions; taking action can help restore this part of the brain.
Healing Trauma: An Interview with Anna Runkle
Q: How does your book help inform their journey?
It teaches practical paths to get re-regulated to handle connections with people, helping manage dysregulation without the need to isolate.
The Best of The Weekly Vlog: Once a Pickle, Always a Pickle
Q: What about neuroplasticity and the healing powers of mother nature?
Neuroplasticity allows for changes in the brain structure, but once behaviors related to food addiction are established, they can resurface easily.
The Best of the Weekly Vlog: Sane Choices
Q: Is it okay to wait until 5 p.m. to eat again if I'm done eating at 11 a.m.?
Yes, as long as it doesn't lead to a cycle of unhealthy eating habits.

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What is Bright Line Living™ about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program centers on Bright Line Eating (BLE) and the science of eating behavior, weaving neuroscience, psychology, and practical habit tools into a framework for lasting food freedom. Episodes cover topics like trauma and eating, maintenance strategies, handling exceptions, and the brain's role in cravings, all presented through a compassionate, evidence-informed lens. A notable strength is the clear emphasis on alignment with personal values, community support, and a non-judgmental approach, with frequent calls to action such as masterclasses and webinars that extend beyond episodic content. Potential listeners who value structured, science-based approaches to weight management and mindful eating may find it especially engaging, while ... more

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