Old School Food Freedom
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In today’s diet-culture society, food issues and body hatred have become the norm. But you were created to be FREE. Join FINDINGbalance Executive Director Chrissy Kirkman as she interviews a wide range of Biblically-sound experts, thought-leaders, artists, and everyday people who will inspire you to interrupt negative cultural soundtracks and get back to the old-school basics of God’s original design for our relationship with food and our bodies. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/old-school-food-freedom/support
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If you’re anything like me, you notice how body image struggles start to increase leading up to, during, and after the holidays. We’ve spent time in recent episodes talking specifically about food and the holidays, and this feels like a natural next step in the conversation. Thankfully, I have Rachael Gilbert here with me today! She’s sharing her story and why body image is such an important topic to her, tips on how to process old hurts, as well as some journal prompts to use during the holi...
Somewhere in September, holiday foods begin appearing on store shelves. It starts with candy and rolls into Thanksgiving and then Christmas baked goods. Before you know it, the New Year is here and you’re feeling such shame and guilt. But this year can be different! Kristen Williams joins us today for our 50th episode—where we have lots to celebrate! She’s sharing how to navigate odd meal times, how intuitive eating can be helpful, and how to handle comments from family and friends. Stay tune...
For many of us, the “sex talk” is a reminder that there’s shame around the topic of sex. And yet God has such a beautiful purpose for sex in a marriage! Men and women are living in such sexual shame—but that doesn’t have to be the case. You get to change the course of that story for your family! And there are plenty of resources available to you. Dr. Joy Skarka is back with me for Part 2 of this conversation (find Part 1 here) where we continue with the importance of talking about sex with yo...
It is possible to find freedom in Christ from s3xual shame and struggles like p*rnography. (Ladies listen up, because this isn’t a topic that only applies to men.) Too many women are living with s3xual shame and guilt. And for many that spirals into eating issues and negative self-talk. Dr. Joy Skarka joins me for this 2-part conversation and we begin with her story. She also shares relevant eye-opening statistics, what parents need to know, and what we all need to hear about salvation in the...
The 90s had no shortage of messaging that revolved around diet (mostly all things no or low fat) and exercise. From NordicTrack to our trusty VHS tapes, there was no shortage of fitness trends! And this 1995 issue of Shape Magazine I found stored in my old closet reminds us of that. Amy Carlson joins me for the second half of our look at diet culture over the years. (Be sure to check out the 80s Diet Culture Time Capsule episode.) In this episode, we continue our journey down memory lane. We ...
80s diet culture was confusing at best. And that’s from an adult woman’s perspective decades later! Imagine being a young girl and receiving messaging that tells you to both blend in and embrace your uniqueness. Good grief! Registered Dietitian, Amy Carlson, joins me for this episode. We’re taking a trip back in time—thanks to a pamphlet I was given at 10 years old that included diet, hair and skincare, and exercise tips so “you can, overall, look healthier, fitter, and prettier than ever bef...
After listening to our Q&A Mix Tape conversation in Season 2, our friend Erin Todd from the "Intuitive Eating for Christian Women Podcast" reached out. Like us, she’s seen so many women wrestle with one question we covered, “Are the Health at Every Size® principles Biblical?” She encouraged us to create a stand-alone episode with this as the focus, so here we are! Dr. Alisa Shanks of Colorado Christian University and Amy Schaller of FINDINGbalance join me to answer this listener question....
If you sit with God’s word and reflect on what is shared about body shame and image you may just change your perspective—and your life. And that’s exactly what my prayer is for you today. When you change your mind, you change your life, and that can change the world! Joining me is Travis Stewart. His work has helped me personally and I knew I wanted to have a conversation with him on this podcast. (Check out the full version of the episode here!) Tune in to hear what God actually says about f...
Aging is a journey filled with wisdom, beauty, and profound growth, and there's no need to fear or stigmatize it. In this enlightening episode of the Old School Food Freedom Podcast, host Chrissy Kirkman engages in a heartfelt conversation with Heather Creekmore about transforming our perceptions of aging. Join Chrissy and Heather as they attack the cultural messages and unrealistic expectations placed on women to maintain a youthful appearance, and how these pressures intersect with body ima...
Summer is a great time to get outside and enjoy being with friends and family, and there's no need to continue waiting until you're a certain size to enjoy it. In this empowering episode of the Old School Food Freedom Podcast, host Chrissy Kirkman engages in an enlightening conversation with Heather Creekmore about transforming the way we see our bodies this summer. Join Chrissy and Heather as they discuss the pressures of altering our bodies for the season, the toxic messag...
In this episode of the Old School Food Freedom Podcast, host Chrissy Kirkman and guest Kaitlyn Cey talk all about the transformative power of personal testimonies. Kaitlyn courageously shares her journey of battling body image issues and chronic illness, revealing how God met her in her darkest moments. Through their conversation, they explore the profound connection between "calling" and "testimony," emphasizing how sharing our stories can foster authentic community and bring hope and transf...
In this new episode of the Old School Food Freedom podcast, Chrissy Kirkman and guest Rebecca Feere share a deeply personal conversation about Rebecca's journey of overcoming an eating disorder and finding freedom through God's grace. Rebecca's story will resonate with many, as she navigates through feelings of inadequacy, body image dissatisfaction, and the relentless pursuit of perfection. Despite her achievements and outward success, Rebecca found herself trapped in a cycle of restrictive ...
In this sweet episode of the Old School Food Freedom Podcast, host Chrissy Kirkman and guest Liesel Maddox, RDN, LD, tackle a topic that's close to their hearts: tearing down the lies of diet culture within the Church. As they dive into the intersection of faith and food, Liesel highlights the importance of aligning our understanding of food and nutrition with biblical principles and rejecting the harmful message of diet culture for the freedom of God's people.Knowing that our sanctification ...
Here's another info-packed episode of the Old School Food Freedom podcast! In this second half of a two-part conversation about nutrition, hormonal balance, and freedom from food issues in the midst of perimenopause, host Chrissy Kirkman and special guest Wendie Taylor, MBA, RDN talk about how to better support your body with nourishment and self-compassion.You'll be equipped with ideas and knowledge that will help you focus on flexibility rather than rigid food rules and adding things in, ra...
Oh, we've got a good one for ya, gals! Old School Food Freedom Podcast host Chrissy Kirkman invited her personal dietitian, Wendie Taylor, MBA, RDN to talk through the variety of changes women face during the fabulous perimenopause phase of life when diet culture and food struggles can feel even more overwhelming to navigate. They also touch on topics like infertility, miscarriage, and grieving what might have been.By being intentional to nourish both the body, care for your mental and soul h...
In this new episode of The Old School Food Freedom Podcast, host Chrissy Kirkman and special guest Kassandra Baker discuss the power of healing prayer and its impact on breaking free from the bondage of past negative experiences and trauma. As a certified health, life, and mental health coach, Kassandra has much to share on how our brains work when it comes to healing and how we can navigate our thoughts and emotions to "blaze new trails" that lead to freedom. This episode includes pract...
In this episode of The Old School Food Freedom Podcast, host Chrissy Kirkman is joined by Tracy Brown, RD, LD/N to explore a recent and deeply personal experience Chrissy faced. Chrissy's story underscores the reality that regardless of our progress on the journey towards freedom from food and body image struggles, we all encounter challenges that test our boundaries and growth, even with the right tools at hand. None of us are exempt from these trials, but we don't have to give in to the dec...
Embark on a transformative journey in this episode of the Old School Food Freedom Podcast with your host Chrissy Kirkman and special guest Kristen Bunger, MS, RD. In this episode, Kristen sheds light on how body image issues and the influence of diet culture are intricately tied to distorted perceptions. You'll discover the transformative potential of "story work" to gain insights that will empower you to see yourself with renewed accuracy and grace.Together, Kristen and Chrissy explore the p...
At the beginning of each new year, there's an influx of societal pressures telling us what we should or should not be doing for our bodies. It can be challenging enough to navigate, but what if you're affected by a health condition or limitation on top of it all? Host and FINDINGbalance Executive Director, Chrissy Kirkman, discusses overcoming these challenges on the path to food freedom with guest Amanda Reynolds — an author and health coach with personal experience in movement and eating we...
Okay y’all, we have another fired-up episode of the Old School Food Freedom Podcast to kick off 2024! Our enemy, Satan, has tried to steal WAY too much territory from us… and sometimes we forget that we have the power in Christ to take it back. In this conversation, host Chrissy Kirkman and guest Amia Freeman unravel the complexities of finding freedom in movement and explore the transformative journey of embracing “grace mode” over “beast mode”. (RED FLAG! We don’t want to do ANYTHING in his...
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