Taste0ftruth Tuesdays

You’ve heard it a million times: “Just eat less and move more.” But if it were really that simple, we wouldn’t have rising obesity rates, metabolic dysfunction, and an endless cycle of yo-yo dieting. In this episode, we break down why the calories in, calories out (CICO) model is outdated and how metabolism is way more complex than a basic math equation.In this episode, we cover:🔥 Why CICO sounds logical—but doesn’t actually hold up💰 Who benefits from keeping this myth alive in mainstream science & medicine🌾 The Farmer Model of metabolism (and why obesity is about way more than calorie math)🤯 Adam’s 10 Smackdowns That Lay Waste to CICO—and the arguments that make gym bros short-circuitIf you’ve ever struggled with weight loss despite “doing everything right,” this episode is for you.🔗🔗Episode blog for resources 🆕🆕This collection includes books that have deeply influenced my thinking, challenged my assumptions, and shaped my content. ⁠Book Recommendations – Taste0ftruth Tuesdays🙏 Please help this podcast reach a larger audience in hope to edify & encourage others! To do so: leave a 5⭐️ review and send it to a friend! Thank you for listening! I’d love to hear from you, find me on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠ @taste0ftruth⁠⁠⁠ , @megan_mefit , ⁠⁠⁠ Pinterest! ⁠⁠ ⁠ Substack and on X! 

How ‘Decolonizing Healing’ Became a Weapon of Social Engineering. In this episode, we dive deep into the disturbing shift happening within the mental health field, as counseling programs prioritize ideological conformity over professional competence. Suzannah, a brave whistleblower, shares her firsthand account of how ideological capture has infiltrated counselor training, particularly through the influence of critical race theory, social justice activism, and the pressure to abandon personal beliefs.We’ll explore how these forces are changing the core values of counseling—autonomy, trust, and competence—leading to a future where the profession risks losing its way. Tune in for a discussion on the consequences of ideological purity in mental health care and what this means for counselors and their clients.🧠 Key Questions:Autonomy vs. Collectivism: How can the ACA Code of Ethics push for autonomy while simultaneously prioritizing collectivist ideologies? Is this a “shell game” where one value is promised but another is delivered?From Competence to Conformity: How are counselor training programs shifting their focus from evaluating competence to assessing ideological conformity? What happens to students who resist this shift?Critical Race Theory & Social Justice: What role do critical race theory, intersectionality, and social justice activism play in counselor training? How are these influences affecting the way counselors are trained to help clients?The Pressure to Conform: Suzannah shares her personal experience with CACREP’s “dispositions” and the coercive pressure to align her values with ideological standards. How does this impact professional integrity and the ability to help clients?The Long-Term Consequences: How does this ideological capture undermine trust, autonomy, and effective therapy? What are the potential consequences for the counseling profession?🔗Episode blog for resources!🆕🆕This collection includes books that have deeply influenced my thinking, challenged my assumptions, and shaped my content. ⁠Book Recommendations – Taste0ftruth Tuesdays🙏 Please help this podcast reach a larger audience in hope to edify & encourage others! To do so: leave a 5⭐️ review and send it to a friend! Thank you for listening! I’d love to hear from you, find me on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠ @taste0ftruth⁠⁠⁠ , @megan_mefit , ⁠⁠⁠ Pinterest! ⁠⁠ ⁠ Substack and on X!

Welcome Back! What happens when people realize they weren’t given the full picture before making life-altering medical decisions? Today, I’m sitting down with Martha, co-founder of Transition Justice, an organization dedicated to helping detransitioners and their families seek legal recourse.In this episode, we discuss: 🔹 The legal patterns emerging in gender medicine cases 🔹 The tension between bodily autonomy and medical ethics 🔹 The social and ideological forces influencing transitions, especially in progressive areas 🔹 How parents can navigate the pressure to affirm without question 🔹 What legal and cultural shifts might be on the horizonAs someone who spent years in Portland, I’ve seen friends get swept up in this ideology—some even transitioning their kids. Now, many are questioning what they were told. This is a conversation about accountability, informed consent, and the fight for justice.🎙️ Tune in now!🔗 Resources & Links: Episode Blog 👉 Learn more about Transition Justice: transitionjustice.org💬 Enjoy the episode? Leave a review and share your thoughts!🙏 Please help this podcast reach a larger audience in hope to edify & encourage others! To do so: leave a 5⭐️ review and send it to a friend! Thank you for listening! I’d love to hear from you, find me on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠ @taste0ftruth⁠⁠⁠ , @megan_mefit , ⁠⁠⁠ Pinterest! ⁠⁠ ⁠ Substack and on X! 

Welcome back! In this episode Megan Leigh tackles a personal experience that underscores a troubling trend within the “critical thinking” communities—communities that claim to be open to questioning and dialogue but often shut down dissenting views. Episode blog 🔗In this episode, we’ll cover: The DARVO Tactic: What happens when questioning turns into exile. Megan explores the manipulative tactic of Deny, Attack, Reverse Victim and Offender, commonly used by high-control groups, abusers, and surprisingly, some “critical thinking” communities. How MLMs Use DARVO: A deep dive into how MLMs (Multi-Level Marketing schemes) use this psychological tactic to silence critics and keep people trapped in a system of manipulation. The Hypocrisy of Selective Skepticism: How figures like Brandie, who claim to fight misinformation, inadvertently fall into the same patterns of selective skepticism when it comes to the food industry, dietitians, and processed foods. The Problem with Experts: Megan discusses the dangers of blindly trusting “credentialed experts” without considering potential conflicts of interest, especially when it comes to the health and wellness industry, Big Food, and Big Pharma. Intellectual Humility vs. Ideological Rigidity: The importance of intellectual humility in the face of challenging ideas and how the obsession with data and science has become a new form of dogma, silencing dissent and critical inquiry.Why This Matters: Megan delves into the tension between questioning accepted narratives and being labeled a conspiracy theorist or extremist, pointing out the importance of maintaining intellectual curiosity while avoiding the traps of ideological extremes. What happens when we leave one cult-like belief system only to fall into another? Is this really freedom? Tune in for an episode that challenges both the content and the way we think about the conversations we’re having in these spaces.🙏 Please help this podcast reach a larger audience in hope to edify & encourage others! To do so: leave a 5⭐️ review and send it to a friend! Thank you for listening! I’d love to hear from you, find me on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠ @taste0ftruth⁠⁠⁠ , @megan_mefit , ⁠⁠⁠ Pinterest! ⁠⁠ ⁠ Substack and on X! 

Welcome Back! Today’s episode I both been eager and hesitant to share. Beyond the Glamour: The Truth About Sugar Dating & the Sex Industry 🎙️✨We’ve all heard the phrase “sex work is work,” but what happens when you strip away the glossy marketing and take a hard look at reality? In this episode, I sit down with Sloane Wilson from Exodus Cry to expose the hidden dangers of sugar dating, the lies the industry sells, and the dark reality of exploitation.We talk about:The blurred lines between sugar dating and prostitution, How desperation fuels exploitation—and why “consent” isn’t always enough, deconstructing “purity culture” & My personal experience navigating sugar dating, the risks I faced, and what finally made me walk away🔥 The role of faith in healing, deconstruction, and reconstruction.If you think sugar dating is just “dating with benefits,” think again. Click the episode blog for the full breakdown of my story, plus the latest research on the psychology of sugar arrangements.🔗 Read more hereMaintain your curiosity, embrace skepticism, and keep tuning in! 🎙️🔒

Welcome back! Last week I accidently released this episode, so if you got it early-that’s why! Join me as I sit down with Connie A. Baker, author of Traumatized by Religious Abuse, for an honest and heartfelt conversation. 💔 In This Episode, We Discuss:Why rushing the healing process often backfires—and how to embrace the mantra “slow is steady, and steady is fast.”The devastating impact of the “second wound” and how to find your footing after betrayal by your community.How spiritually abusive environments manipulate emotions and erode self-trust—and what it takes to reclaim your emotional autonomy.Why naming abuse is essential for recovery and protection—and how spectrum thinking can help you see situations more clearly.The spectrum from spiritual to materialist worldviews: What happens when survivors wrestle with meaning, truth, and belief in the aftermath of abuse.✨ Takeaways You Don’t Want to Miss: Connie shares actionable tools for navigating the healing journey, insights into the power of anger and boundaries, and a reminder that full wisdom comes from embracing the entire spectrum of human emotions.Whether you’re actively healing from trauma or supporting someone who is, this episode offers validation, practical advice, and hope.Connie A. Baker, MA LPC - Religious Abuse Recovery Specialist.connie@connieabaker.comConnie’s Instagram📚 Bibliotherapy for Healing 📚Embodied trauma healing- Brainspotting⁠How Creative Expression Helps Overcome Trauma📖EPISODE BLOG!🙏 Please help this podcast reach a larger audience in hope to edify & encourage others! To do so: leave a 5⭐️ review and send it to a friend! Thank you for listening! I’d love to hear from you, find me on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠ @taste0ftruth⁠⁠⁠ , @megan_mefit , ⁠⁠⁠ Pinterest! ⁠⁠ ⁠ Substack and on X! 

Welcome back! In this episode, we explore how society shifted from recognizing biological sex as reality to debating terms like “women” in medical and scientific spaces. The origins of this shift trace back to psychologist John Money in the 1950s, who famously separated gender from biological sex, framing gender as a social construct independent of biology.We dive into the controversial and ethically troubling experiment with David Reimer, which played a significant role in the development of modern gender theory. This episode unpacks how gender ideology moved from fringe theory to mainstream political dogma, especially within the Democratic Party, and the consequences this has had on medical and scientific practices.We also examine the intersection of transgenderism and transhumanism, shedding light on how these ideas have evolved and continue to influence public discourse. Ultimately, we discuss how we can stand against the erasure of women and protect the understanding of biological sex in the face of growing ideological movements.EPISODE BLOG FOR SOURCES🙏 Please help this podcast reach a larger audience in hope to edify & encourage others! To do so: leave a 5⭐️ review and send it to a friend! Thank you for listening! I’d love to hear from you, find me on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠ @taste0ftruth⁠⁠⁠ , @megan_mefit , ⁠⁠⁠ Pinterest! ⁠⁠ ⁠Substack and on X! 

Welcome back! Today on Taste of Truth Tuesdays, we’re joined by Franklin O’Kanu, aka The Alchemik Pharmacist, founder of Unorthodoxy, a Substack exploring the spiritual dimensions of modern life. With a Doctorate in Pharmacy and a background spanning Pentecostal Christianity, Eastern philosophies, quantum physics, and Jungian psychology, Franklin offers a rare blend of science, spirituality, and practical wisdom.Episode blogWe dive into:-His journey of resilience and curiosity that led to launching Unorthodoxy.-The spiritual dimension of critical thinking and how media narratives undermine it.-Combatting echo chambers, fake intellectualism, and fostering intellectual resilience.-The power of belief: questioning the narratives that shape medicine, science, finance, and society.Franklin also shares insights on how indoctrination trains us to ignore our “Divine BS meter.” Don’t miss this thought-provoking conversation that blends science, spirituality, and actionable wisdom! 🎙️LINKS:What Happened To Critical Thinking After COVID? The Rise of‘fake intellectualism’ "The Power of Belief” The Power of Narratives and How They Shape Our RealityHow To See The World - by Franklin O'Kanu - UnorthodoxyHow To Train Your Mind, Part One - by Franklin O'Kanu“One of the critical traits of a true intellectual is their reliance on simplicity. A principle that fits this situation perfectly is known as Occam’s Razor—that the simplest explanation is often the correct one.”James Corbett History on Mass MediaUnderstanding Narcissistic Rage in Fundamental IdeologiesRat StudiesFalse Flags and Fake False Flags - by Franklin O'KanuAmygdala Hijacking🙏 Please help this podcast reach a larger audience in hope to edify & encourage others! To do so: leave a 5⭐️ review and send it to a friend! Thank you for listening! I’d love to hear from you, find me on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠ @taste0ftruth⁠⁠⁠ , @megan_mefit,⁠⁠⁠ Pinterest! ⁠⁠ ⁠Substack andon X! 

Is fitspiration really about health, or is it just diet culture in disguise? In this episode, we dive into the toxic side of fitness culture, exploring how social media fuels body dissatisfaction, self-objectification, and unrealistic fitness ideals. Episode blog HERE!We break down the genetic reality of muscle growth (spoiler: it’s 50-80% genetic!) and discuss how fitness influencers, like the diet industry before them, ignore biological limits in favor of selling an unattainable aesthetic.But we’re not stopping there. We’re also unpacking how fitspiration culture overlaps with the broader hyper sexualization of women. Drawing from John Berger’s iconic quote on self-surveillance, we examine how women are conditioned to see themselves as objects first and people second—a mindset that doesn’t just impact body image but feeds into the normalization of pornography and the commodification of women’s bodies.💡 Ready to challenge the fitness narratives we take for granted? Tune in now!Click the blog for more resources!🎙️Maintain your curiosity, embrace skepticism, and keep tuning in!🙏 Please help this podcast reach a larger audience in hope to edify & encourage others! To do so: leave a 5⭐️ review and send it to a friend! Thank you for listening! I’d love to hear from you, find me on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠ @taste0ftruth⁠⁠⁠ , @megan_mefit,⁠⁠⁠ Pinterest! ⁠⁠ ⁠Substack andon X!

Welcome back! Confused by diet headlines? Nutrition research isn’t as straightforward as it seems. Today, We have my friend Jacqui Niehaus on and we’re uncovering the challenges—like unreliable data, sensationalized risk, and biased conclusions—that make the field so tricky. Learn how to critically assess studies and make better health decisions. Key Points Food Frequency Questionnaires (FFQs): Widely used but prone to inaccuracies due to reliance on memory. How this impacts study results and dietary guidelines. Relative vs. Absolute Risk: Sensational headlines can mislead (e.g., “33% increased risk”). Does red meat cause cancer?  Understand the difference and how to interpret the data accurately. Statistical Significance ≠ Real-World Importance: Why “statistically significant” doesn’t always mean meaningful. Tips to avoid being swayed by impressive-sounding results. Why Research Feels Contradictory: Small sample sizes, biases, and observational studies. How to spot biases and develop a critical lens. Pro Tip: Nutrition research is complex—focus on patterns, not one-off studies. Check out the episode blog for visuals that make these concepts easier to understand. Links:  -Her Insta -Work with Jacqui:  -Her YouTube  -Get Jacqui’s The lazy cookbook  -Join her Women’s health course  Mentioned in the interview: -Nutrition research has major statistical flaws -Food Frequency Questionnaires (FFQs) -Misleading Statistic Absolute vs Relative Risk  -‘Statistically Significant’ -The Role of Temperature and Pulse -What is biofeedback and why is it so important?  -Unraveling the Impact of Stress on Chronic Health with Theresa Piela 🙏 Please help this podcast reach a larger audience in hope to edify & encourage others! To do so: leave a 5⭐️ review and send it to a friend! Thank you for listening! I’d love to hear from you, find me on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠ @taste0ftruth⁠⁠⁠ , @megan_mefit , ⁠⁠⁠ Pinterest! ⁠⁠ ⁠ Substack and on X! 

Welcome back! In this episode, we dive deep into Rupert Sheldrake’s controversial TED Talk, The Science Delusion, where he exposes the ten dogmas that underlie modern science. These dogmas—like the idea that nature operates mechanically, that the mind is just an illusion, and that free will doesn’t exist—shape how we approach everything from health to spirituality, often stifling true progress and innovation. We explore how the “worship of authority” in modern science mirrors the religious dogma people seek to escape, transitioning from "big sky daddy" to the worship of state institutions like the CDC and FDA. This blind faith in authority, aided by corporate interests, feeds a new form of scientism, limiting the openness needed for intellectual humility. But it doesn’t stop there—we also touch on the flaws in germ theory, clinical trials, and the overreliance on one-size-fits-all approaches in fitness, nutrition, and spirituality. By questioning the assumptions that limit us, we open up the possibility for a more holistic, personalized approach to health and well-being. Tune in for: -A breakdown of Sheldrake’s ten dogmas and their impact -The rise of scientism and its parallels to religious dogma -The conflict of interest between corporate interests and public health -Why questioning established truths is key to avoiding the nihilism of modern materialism -How expanding our views on fitness, nutrition, and spirituality can foster better outcomes -The call to move beyond rigid dogma and embrace intellectual curiosity for a more inclusive future 🌍 & As Always: Maintain your curiosity, embrace skepticism, and keep tuning in! 🎙️🔒 Episode Blog for more! Watch the controversial TedTalk here! Telepathy Tapes Podcast 🙏 Please help this podcast reach a larger audience in hope to edify & encourage others! To do so: leave a 5⭐️ review and send it to a friend! Thank you for listening! I’d love to hear from you, find me on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠ @taste0ftruth⁠⁠⁠ , @megan_mefit , ⁠⁠⁠ Pinterest! ⁠⁠ ⁠ Substack and on X! 

💔 What happens when “fitspiration” becomes fixation? Join Megan Leigh, Dr. Hannah Jarman, and Claudia Liu as they explore the unintended consequences of aesthetic-driven health goals. This eye-opening conversation dives into the fitness industry’s toxic standards, the hidden costs of chasing perfection, and practical strategies for building a positive body image. ✨ What You’ll Learn: -How social media and “fitspiration” distort our affective and cognitive body image -The unrealistic and often harmful practices behind bodybuilding and aesthetic competitions -Why letting go of aesthetic goals is the key to true health and happiness -Simple steps to shift your focus from external validation to body appreciation 💡 Takeaway: Stop chasing perfection and start cultivating a healthy, empowering relationship with your body. LINKS: -Reshape: An interactive program for Australians to curate a healthier, body-positive social media feed. -Episode Blog for MORE! 🙏 Please help this podcast reach a larger audience in hope to edify & encourage others! To do so: leave a 5⭐️ review and send it to a friend! Thank you for listening! I’d love to hear from you, find me on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠ @taste0ftruth⁠⁠⁠ , @megan_mefit , ⁠⁠⁠ Pinterest! ⁠⁠ ⁠ Substack and on X!

Welcome back! This week we are covering a MUCH-requested topic! Are you stuck in the cycle of crash diets and frustration? Let’s break it down. We’re diving into:💡 Why you need to earn the right to diet and what that actually means.🔥 How nutritional periodization can transform your results (and your mindset).💪 The underrated magic of maintenance phases—because consistency is a flex, not a chore.✨ A real-life client story that proves health first isn’t just a motto—it’s a game-changer.🔗 Episode BLOG for more Practical tips for healing your metabolism, building a resilient body, and creating long-term success. Ready to rethink what it means to pursue fat loss and your body transformation goals? Hit play and learn why the “slow road” is the one worth traveling. 🐢💨 Mentioned in the episode: Breaking Free: Escaping the Diet Culture Trap – Taste0ftruth Tuesdays Understanding Metabolic Health: The Role of Temperature and Pulse – Taste0ftruth Tuesdays Embracing the Season: Winter Solstice, Holidays, and New Year Goals – Taste0ftruth Tuesdays 🔥 365 Easy Challenge🔥 – Taste0ftruth Tuesdays 🙏 Please help this podcast reach a larger audience in hope to edify & encourage others! To do so: leave a 5⭐️ review and send it to a friend! Thank you for listening! I’d love to hear from you, find me on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠ @taste0ftruth⁠⁠⁠ , @megan_mefit , ⁠⁠⁠ Pinterest! ⁠⁠ ⁠ Substack and on X! 

Welcome back, with recent events remind us how extremism thrives—not just in far-off places, but right here in the West. From a tragic New Year’s Day attack in New Orleans to chants of intifada echoing through 6th Avenue in NYC, the alarming reality of radical ideologies is impossible to ignore. In this timely and powerful episode, I sit down with Yasmine Mohammed, author of Unveiled: How The West Empowers Radical Islam. As a survivor of a forced marriage to an Al-Qaeda operative, Yasmine brings unparalleled insight into the complex intersection of terrorism, women’s rights, and the unintended consequences of woke ideologies. We dive deep into: ​Yasmine’s personal journey from radical control to advocacy. ​The role Western progressives play—often unknowingly—in enabling abusive regimes and ideologies. ​Why standing up for women’s rights means challenging the cultural relativism that excuses terror. ​What the recent surge of extremist rhetoric means for freedom, safety, and the future. This isn’t just a conversation—it’s a wake-up call. If you’re ready to confront the uncomfortable truths about terror, ideology, and empowerment, this episode is for you. 🔗 Listen now to hear how Yasmine Mohammed is turning her story of survival into a global movement for change. -Bill Maher and Mainstream Muslim Beliefs: A Brief Analysis of the Recent Pew Poll on the Issue of Apostasy. -Ted Talk-Fake it to you make it -Indoctrination -Free Heart’s Free Minds -Breaking down the Power Play:  Women’s Suffrage, Christian patriarchy, and Trad Wife Propaganda -Oh Woke Night-The Sacred Belief of the Left -Website: Yasmine Mohammed Podcast link: Yasmine Mohammed Podcast -Get her book! 📖UNVEILED | Yasmine Mohammed -Reading Between the Lies A Pattern Recognition Guide 🙏 Please help this podcast reach a larger audience in hope to edify & encourage others! To do so: leave a 5⭐️ review and send it to a friend! Thank you for listening! I’d love to hear from you, find me on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠ @taste0ftruth⁠⁠⁠ , @megan_mefit , ⁠⁠⁠ Pinterest! ⁠⁠ ⁠ Substack and on X! 

Welcome to Season 3 of Taste of Truth Tuesdays! 🎉 Tune in for game-changing insights from two decades in the fitness industry. Key Points: ​New Year Ads: Why you don't need a detox or cleanse after the holidays. ​Quick Fixes: The truth about detox teas, miracle shakes, and weight-loss drugs like Ozempic ​Hard Truth: Quick fixes rarely solve the root issues and can harm your health. ​Ozempic Warning: Potential risks like muscle loss and lower bone density. ​Sustainable Health: Emphasizing long-term well-being over shortcuts. ​Lessons Learned: Four key insights from my nutrition and fitness journey. 365 Easy Challenge: Small steps for big changes in gratitude, sleep, and nutrition. 👀Episode Blog for links & resources! 🙏 Please help this podcast reach a larger audience in hope to edify & encourage others! To do so: leave a 5⭐️ review and send it to a friend! Thank you for listening! I’d love to hear from you, find me on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠ @taste0ftruth⁠⁠⁠ , @megan_mefit , ⁠⁠⁠ Pinterest! ⁠⁠ ⁠ Substack and on X!