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Eating Disorders
Mental Health
Menopause
Opal Food and Body Wisdom
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Self-Inquiry
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Diet Culture
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Running
ADHD
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The Appetite is a podcast by the founders of Opal: Food+Body Wisdom, an eating disorder treatment center in the University District of Seattle, WA. Psychologist Lexi Giblin, PhD, Marriage and Family Therapist Kara Bazzi, LMFT, and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Julie Church, RDN, CD, will meet every other week to discuss all things food, body, movement, and mental health. Learn more about us at... more

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Part 2 of a 3 part series: Changemakers in Sport

What makes a great sports coach? Someone you'd want in your corner—and someone you'd be thrilled to have coaching your child? We think we've found one worth learning from.

In the latest episode of... more

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Part 1 of a 3 part series: Changemakers in Sport

What does it look like for a teenage athlete to step outside the "rules" of diet culture and toxic fitness culture? You're in luck—tune in to today's episode of The Appetite, part of our three-episod... more

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In this special episode of The Appetite, Lexi Giblin, PhD, and Kara Bazzi, LMFT, share the story behind Sideways: A Variety Show About OCD, Eating Disorders and Being Human—a one-night-only event hosted by Opal on August 29 at Fremont Abbey Arts Cent... more

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Part 3 of a 3 part series: "The Menopause Series"

Episode 3: Menopause + Mental Health -- Opal's Nutrition Director and Co-Founder, Julie Church, RDN, speaks with therapist Katie McKenna, LMHC, about the connection between perimenopause, menopause,... more

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Recent Guests

Liza Rickey
Head cross country and distance track coach at Issaquah High School
Issaquah High School
Episode: #153: Changemakers in Sport: An interview with Coach Liza Rickey
Hannah Bazzi
High school runner and student athlete; guest sharing her journey with diet culture and sport
Seattle Prep; athlete
Episode: #152: Changemakers in Sport: An interview with athlete Hannah Bazzi
Katie McKenna
Mental health therapist and integrative counselor in Seattle
Integrative Counseling and Nutrition
Episode: #150: Menopause + Mental Health : A Therapist's Perspective
Janie Stuart
Organizational psychologist
Independent researcher; dissertation on menopause in the workplace
Episode: #149: Menopause + Work: A Researcher's Perspective
Nicholas Macha
High school junior, long-distance runner, podcaster (The Sunday Shakeout)
Seattle Prep / The Sunday Shakeout
Episode: #146: A Teen Male's Perspective on Sport and Identity: An Interview with Nicholas Macha
Naomi Bush
Local physician specializing in menopause and eating disorder care
Seattle Menopause Medicine
Episode: #148: Menopause + Eating Disorders: A Physician's Perspective
Heather Caplan
Anti-diet weight-inclusive dietitian; co-founder of Lane 9 Project
Lane 9 Project
Episode: #147: Reorienting Priorities with Period Health and Sport Performance: A Conversation with Heather Caplan, RDN
Johanna Kandel
Founder and CEO of The National Alliance for Eating Disorders (The Alliance)
National Alliance for Eating Disorders
Episode: #144: Turning Recovery Into Advocacy : Interview with Johanna Kandel of National Alliance for Eating Disorders
Meredith Blumenthal
Private practice dietitian in Seattle
Episode: #143: GLP-1s and Body Weight: Common Misunderstandings

Hosts

Kara Bazzi
Co-founder, clinical director, and director of the exercise and sport program at Opal.
Julie Church
Dietitian, nutrition director, and co-founder of Opal; nutrition-focused clinician.
Lexi Giblin
Psychologist and executive director; hosts and framing contributor.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 144 ratings
  • Awesome Podcast!!!

    Lexi, Kara & Julie, hosts of The Appetite Podcast, highlights all health, nutrition and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    roweereyes
    Philippines5 years ago
  • Thorough, insightful, valuable, unique.

    the information this podcast shares is useful for individuals and clinicians alike. the conversations are honest and informative and concepts are explained in the most human of ways. i really hope they bring this pod back!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    felddanie
    United States5 years ago
  • Amazing Podcast!!

    Lexi, Kara, & Julie, hosts of The Appetite, know how to discuss health and wellness for every day people. They offer expert advice for listeners! 5/5!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MATT@CYB
    United States5 years ago
  • Awesome podcast!

    Lexi, Kara & Julie, hosts of The Appetite podcast, highlight all aspects of health, wellness and more in this can’t miss podcast! The hosts and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EricaBushwell
    United States5 years ago
  • Insightful, Honest, & Authentic

    ‘The Appetite’ is a powerful podcast full of powerful humans! I get the feels every.single. episode. This is the first time I have encountered a podcast i could listen to over and over again. I find myself so utterly engaged because of the authenticity and wisdom of the host and guests. Every episode leaves me more curious about my own interactions with my self, with others, and with food. Thank you for making this podcast happen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Queenbofthree
    United States5 years ago

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#150: Menopause + Mental Health : A Therapist's Perspective
Q: How should someone approach treatment decisions with their provider, especially if they have an eating disorder history?
Treatments should respect body autonomy and avoid pathologizing the natural process; evaluate all options holistically, recognize prior eating disorder experiences, and involve a multidisciplinary team to tailor approaches including therapy, nutrition, and medication as needed.
#150: Menopause + Mental Health : A Therapist's Perspective
Q: What practical steps can listeners take to support mental health?
Prioritize sleep, maximize daytime light exposure, stay physically active, and introduce novelty to stimulate brain pathways; consider mindfulness or meditation to reduce stress, and partner these with individualized care from clinicians about nutrition, therapy, and medical options like HRT when appropriate.
#150: Menopause + Mental Health : A Therapist's Perspective
Q: What are the common mental health impacts during this period?
Estrogen affects neurotransmitters like oxytocin, GABA, cortisol, and dopamine; declines can lead to mood swings, anxiety, depression, tearfulness, and cognitive symptoms such as word-finding difficulties, with sleep disruption exacerbating mood and energy issues.
#150: Menopause + Mental Health : A Therapist's Perspective
Q: Can you share what perimenopause is and what changes people might expect?
Perimenopause is a multi-year transition with fluctuating hormones that can cause sleep disruption, mood changes, foggy thinking, and physical changes; menopause occurs after 12 months without a period, but symptoms can persist post-menopause. The discussion emphasizes it's a transition and often improves with time, though some changes can be long-lasting.
#144: Turning Recovery Into Advocacy : Interview with Johanna Kandel of National Alliance for Eating Disorders
Q: How can individuals get involved in advocacy and affect policy?
Join the Eating Disorders Coalition, use action alerts to contact representatives, participate in Advocacy Day, and bring a personal story to influence lawmakers.

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

A thoughtful, clinician-led show exploring health, nutrition, movement, and mental health through the lens of recovery and body acceptance. Episodes frequently center on eating disorders, weight-inclusive care, sport and period health, RO-DBT in meal support, and the role of community and advocacy in healing. Guests range from clinicians and policy advocates to clients sharing recovery journeys, with a consistent emphasis on compassionate, evidence-informed approaches and practical tools for listeners working on eating, body image, and behavior change. This program often features live or interview-style conversations that translate research into accessible guidance for both individuals and professionals, making it a strong fit for clinician... more

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1. Liza Rickey
2. Hannah Bazzi
3. Katie McKenna
4. Janie Stuart
5. Nicholas Macha
6. Naomi Bush
7. Heather Caplan
8. Johanna Kandel

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