The Dr Vonda Show
The Dr Vonda Show is all about staying strong, resilient, and feeling good as you age. Hosted by orthopedic sports surgeon and women's healthy-aging expert Dr. Vonda Wright, the podcast breaks down how movement, muscle, bone health, and mindset impact your life at every stage. Through real conversations with athletes, doctors, and everyday women, Dr. Vonda shares practical, science-backed advice you can actually use to protect your health and keep doing what you love.
Episodes
Losing 3–8% Muscle Per Decade: The Exact Lifting Protocol Women Over 50 Need to Stop It | Dr Vonda Wright
📩 Get Dr. Vonda's insights Want to understand what's happening in your body — and what to do next? Each week, Dr. Vonda shares science-backed guidance on strength, bone health, muscle, and longevity — the same way she speaks to her patients. Clear. Practical. No noise. 👉 Join the newsletter: https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/subscribe?a=YqJKtR&g=Ww3gx3& If you're lifting 5 to 30 poun
Dr. Stacy Sims: The Protein Standard for Women Was Never Based on Women | #164
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Dr. Timothy Miller: What Your Arches, Achilles, and Bunions Are Telling You About Menopause | #163
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The 8 Steps Every Woman Over 50 Needs to Build Unbreakable Bones | Dr Vonda Wright
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Why Muscle Alone Won't Save You: The Skeletal Longevity Framework for Women Over 50 | Dr Vonda Wright
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The Creatine, Protein, and Lifting Protocol Every Woman Over 50 Needs | Dr. Jim Stoppani | #162
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Justine Morris: Diagnosed at 28, in Surgical Menopause at 29 - What Every Woman Needs to Hear | #161
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Kayla Girgen: Why Women Over 50 Wake at 3AM, Lose Muscle, and Can't Lose Weight | #160
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Gabby Reece: Why Midlife Women Who Refuse to Be Frail Train, Think, and Live Differently | #159
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You Won't Take Care of Your Body Until You Believe You Are Worth It" | Dr. Arnold Gilberg | #158
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Dr. Dan Ginader: Your Glutes Don't Fire and Your Kegels Are Wrong - What Midlife Women Need to Know | #157
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Dr. Florence Comite: The 5 Biomarkers Every Midlife Woman Must Test | #156
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Women Lose 30% of Skin Collagen in Menopause: Dr. Anthony Youn's Inside-Out Fix | #155
Get Dr. Vonda's latest insights on strength, bone health, longevity, and aging with power delivered straight to your inbox. Join her free health & longevity newsletter here: https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/subscribe?a=YqJKtR&g=Ww3gx3&utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=4-steps-feb-26 In the first five years after menopause, women lose up to 30% of their skin's collagen.
The 10 Principles of Unbreakable Bone: What Every Woman Over 50 Needs to Know | Dr Vonda Wright | #154
Get Dr. Vonda's latest insights on strength, bone health, longevity, and aging with power delivered straight to your inbox. Join her free health & longevity newsletter here: https://www.drvondawright.com/resources/aging-longevity Today I want to talk with you about how women age, and why so many of us feel surprised by what happens to our bodies in midlife. This is not an episode about chasing
Louisa Nicola: Why Women Are at 6X the Alzheimer's Risk (And the Exercise Protocol That Fixes It) | #153
Get Dr. Vonda's latest insights on strength, bone health, longevity, and aging with power delivered straight to your inbox. Join her free health & longevity newsletter here: https://www.drvondawright.com/resources/aging-longevity Your brain is not losing its mind by accident. It has been compounding every decision you've made for the last thirty years. Louisa Nicola is one of my closest friend
The 4 Things Most Pregnant Women Are Missing and Why They Matter for Life | Jessie Inchauspe | #152
Get Dr. Vonda's latest insights on strength, bone health, longevity, and aging with power delivered straight to your inbox. Join her free health & longevity newsletter here: https://www.drvondawright.com/resources/aging-longevity What if the single most powerful window to shape your child's lifelong health isn't in the pediatrician's office, it's in the nine months before they're even born? In
Dr. John La Puma: Why Being Indoors Is Aging You Faster (And the 17-Minute Morning Fix) | #151
Get Dr. Vonda's latest insights on strength, bone health, longevity, and aging with power delivered straight to your inbox. Join her free health & longevity newsletter here: https://www.drvondawright.com/resources/aging-longevity You only build bone during deep sleep, and only if you get enough of a growth hormone spike to make it happen. As someone who has spent her career fighting osteoporosis
Gut Health, Estrogen, and What to Eat for Your Body in Midlife | Dr. Emily Prpa | #150
Get Dr. Vonda's latest insights on strength, bone health, longevity, and aging with power delivered straight to your inbox. Join her free health & longevity newsletter here: https://www.drvondawright.com/resources/aging-longevity Have you ever woken up feeling like a stranger in your own skin, wondering why the body that used to be so predictable now feels like a puzzle you can't quite solve? In
The 30-30-3 Rule: A Simple Framework for Women Over 40 to Conquer Hormone Havoc | Dr. Amy Shah | #149
Get Dr. Vonda's latest insights on strength, bone health, longevity, and aging with power delivered straight to your inbox. Join her free health & longevity newsletter here: https://www.drvondawright.com/resources/aging-longevity For years, we've focused on the external markers of health, but I've become increasingly obsessed with the internal landscape, specifically, how the food we eat communi
Gut Health After 40: 4 Science-Backed Ways to Fix Your Microbiome | Dr. Karen Corbin | #148
Get Dr. Vonda's latest insights on strength, bone health, longevity, and aging with power delivered straight to your inbox. Join her free health & longevity newsletter here: https://www.drvondawright.com/resources/aging-longevity I've spent years focusing on your external mobility, but I've become obsessed with the world living inside you. We used to think of the gut as just a digestion tube; no
#1 OB-GYN: The LIE Women Were Told About BODY ODOR (This Changes Everything) | Shannon Klingman | #147
Get Dr. Vonda's latest insights on strength, bone health, longevity, and aging with power delivered straight to your inbox. Join her free health & longevity newsletter here: https://www.drvondawright.com/resources/aging-longevity Through decades of caring for women as an orthopedic sports surgeon, I've seen how many health challenges go unspoken. Body odor, vaginal health, and the shame and sile
Female Longevity After 40: 10 Simple Ways to Stay Strong and Healthy | Dr Vonda Wright | #146
Get Dr. Vonda's latest insights on strength, bone health, longevity, and aging with power delivered straight to your inbox. Join her free health & longevity newsletter here: https://www.drvondawright.com/resources/aging-longevity Today I want to talk with you about how women age, and why so many of us feel surprised by what happens to our bodies in midlife. This is not an episode about chasing
#1 Menopause Gut Expert: Why Your Microbiome CONTROLS Hormones, Mood & Bone Loss | Cynthia Thurlow | #145
Get Dr. Vonda's latest insights on strength, bone health, longevity, and aging with power delivered straight to your inbox. Join her free health & longevity newsletter here: https://www.drvondawright.com/resources/aging-longevity There's a moment many women reach in midlife where things don't feel wrong but they don't feel right either. Digestion changes. Bloating appears out of nowhere. Sleep f
Why Menopause Is Aging Your Teeth, Gums & Sleep (Dentist Explains) | Dr Carlos Melendez | #144
Get Dr. Vonda's latest insights on strength, bone health, longevity, and aging with power delivered straight to your inbox. Join her free health & longevity newsletter here: https://www.drvondawright.com/resources/aging-longevity There's a quiet shift many women notice in midlife that rarely gets talked about in the doctor's office, changes in their mouth. Gums that feel more sensitive. Teeth th
The Vagina Whisperer: Why 80% Of Women Experience Pelvic Floor Dysfunction | Dr. Sara Reardon | #143
Get Dr. Vonda's latest insights on strength, bone health, longevity, and aging with power delivered straight to your inbox. Join her free health & longevity newsletter here: https://www.drvondawright.com/resources/aging-longevity This is a conversation many women don't realize they need until something starts to feel off. I sat down with Dr. Sara Reardon, a pelvic floor physical therapist known
#1 Women's Health Journalist: Why Medicine Was NEVER Built for Women | Meghan Rabbitt | #142
Today's conversation is one I believe every woman deserves to hear - regardless of age, stage, or current health status. I sat down with Meghan Rabbit, an award-winning health journalist and the author of The New Rules for Women's Health, to talk about something many of us feel but rarely name clearly: modern medicine was not designed with women in mind - especially across midlife. This isn't abou
The Midlife Hormone Reset: Brain, Metabolism & Balance with Dr. Mariza Snyder | HFYH #141
In this episode of Hot For Your Health, Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Dr. Mariza Snyder, a functional practitioner and bestselling author known for translating complex hormone science into actionable, empowering care for women. Together, they explore what's actually happening in a woman's body during perimenopause and midlife—and why so many symptoms are misunderstood, dismissed, or normalized w
Sexual Health Is Whole Health: Desire, Aging & Connection with Dr. Juliana Hauser | HFYH #140
In this episode of Hot For Your Health, Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with her friend and colleague Dr. Juliana Hauser, a licensed couples and family therapist, renowned sex educator, and author of A New Position on Sex. Together, they reframe sexuality as a vital component of whole-person health, longevity, and self-development—not just a set of sex acts. Dr. Hauser introduces her holistic framework
What Women Aren't Told About Perimenopause & Menopause with Drs. Menn & Dombo | HFYH #139
In this episode of Hot for Your Health, Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by Dr. Corinne Menn and Dr. Kudzai Dombo, board-certified physicians and menopause specialists in active clinical practice with Alloy Health. Together, they unpack what women are not being told about perimenopause and menopause—and why so many women are dismissed, misdiagnosed, or told to "wait it out" during one of the most biolog
The Weightless Method: GLP-1s, Muscle & Metabolic Health with Dr. Rocío Salas-Whalen | HFYH #138
In this episode, Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with triple board-certified obesity medicine specialist Dr. Rocío Salas-Whalen, author of Weightless, to unpack the emotional and metabolic weight so many women carry for decades. Dr. Rocío shares what she sees every day in her Manhattan practice—patients arriving exhausted, ashamed, and feeling like this is their "last stop"—and explains why weight is n
The Bone Health Crisis No One Talks About with Sanjeev Javia | HFYH #137
In this episode of Hot For Your Health with Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by longtime friend, master formulator, and wellness innovator Sanjeev "Jeevers" Javia to break down one of the most overlooked—but most life-saving—topics in women's health: bone health. Using real data and decades of clinical experience, Dr. Wright reveals why fractures are a preventable epidemic, why osteoporosis is a "diseas
Midlife High Performance: Health, Strength & Self-Worth with Lauren Ramsey | HFYH #136
In this episode of Hot For Your Health, Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Lauren Ramsey — former Microsoft leader, tech executive, CEO, athlete, wellness strategist, and now part of the VMD Global Media team — to talk about what it really takes to build a strong, healthy, high-capacity life in midlife and beyond. Lauren shares how she went from 16-year-old college student to two decades in Big Tech
Menopause Care Revolution: The Alloy Health Story | HFYH #135
In this episode, Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Anne Fulenwider and Monica Molenaar of Alloy Health, co-founders and co-CEOs of Alloy Health, to explore how their personal menopause journeys led them to build a women's health company that bridges the gap between medical care and accessible, ongoing support. Anne shares how having her ovaries removed at 40—and then navigating a confusing system wi
Plastics, Hormones & the Future of Child Health with Dr. Manasa Mantravadi | HFYH #134
In this episode, Dr. Vonda Wright reconnects with Dr. Manasa Mantravadi—a board-certified pediatrician, Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist, and founder of Ahimsa, the stainless steel dinnerware line engineered to reduce children's exposure to plastic and endocrine-disrupting chemicals. Dr. Mantravadi unpacks her medical journey and how she translated concern over additives in everyday foodware
How to Rewire Your Brain at Any Age with Jules Vazquez | HFYH #133
In this episode, Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Jules Vazquez—former Pitt and pro soccer player turned health-informatics expert and founder of Brain Body by Jules. Jules builds clinical algorithms for a health-tech company to speed access to care, and translates cutting-edge neuroscience into simple, actionable tools for brain and body health—a mission shaped by her own experiences with concussi
Can We Trust AI With Justice & Healthcare? | HFYH #132
In this episode, Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Gabrielle McKenzie, founder of the Fair Code Initiative and Columbia Law–mentored researcher on algorithmic accountability, and Isabella Wright, a rising scholar focused on constitutional protections in the age of AI. Together, they spotlight how proprietary, black-box tools are increasingly shaping real-world decisions—from courtrooms to clinics—an
Rewriting Midlife: Hormones, Menopause & Sexual Health with Dr. Kelly Casperson | HFYH #131
In this episode, Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Dr. Kelly Casperson, a urologist, speaker, and bestselling author of You Are Not Broken, to explore the future of women's midlife health. Dr. Casperson - known for breaking taboos around sexual wellness and menopause - discusses her new book focused on hormones, mindset, and whole-body well-being. Together, they challenge outdated views on menopaus
The Hard Reality of Bone Health with Dr. Vonda Wright | HFYH #130
In this episode, Dr. Vonda Wright steps out from behind the interview chair to deliver a powerful and practical masterclass on bone health. As an orthopedic sports surgeon, Dr. Wright has seen firsthand the devastating effects of fractures—often caused by osteoporosis—and why bone health should be a priority at every stage of life. She reveals how bones are far more than structural scaffolding: th
The Future of Bone & Muscle Health: Innovation, Prevention & Longevity with Gary Rhodes | HFYH #129
In this episode, Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Gary Rhodes, Founder of Screen My Bones and a global leader in musculoskeletal health innovation. With a mission to make bone and muscle wellness more proactive and accessible, Gary has dedicated his career to integrating cutting-edge technologies like Echolight REMS, Powerplate, and Biodensity into everyday clinical practice. His work is transformi
What Men Need to Know About Menopause with Peter Taglianetti | HFYH #128
In this special episode of Hot for Your Health, Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by her husband, Peter Taglianetti—two-time Stanley Cup Champion, broadcaster, and businessman—for a candid conversation on midlife, menopause, and marriage. Together, they share their personal journey of navigating Vonda's transition from postpartum directly into perimenopause, a time marked by symptoms such as night sweats
Stem Cells and the Future of Healing with Dr. Joy Kong | HFYH # 127
In this episode, Dr. Vonda Wright welcomes Dr. Joy Kong, a UCLA-trained, triple board-certified anti-aging and regenerative medicine physician, educator, and CEO of Chara Biologics. A leader in the field of stem cell science, Dr. Kong blends her roots in traditional Chinese preventative care with advanced regenerative therapies. She's also the founder of the American Academy of Integrative Cell Th
Take Back Your Health: Hormones & Longevity with Dr. Catherine Johnson | HFYH # 126
In this episode, Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Dr. Catherine Johnson, a dual board-certified Emergency and Obesity Medicine physician and the visionary Founder of Precision Medical Care. With over 25 years of clinical experience and advanced training in precision and functional medicine, Dr. Johnson now leads a concierge practice focused on longevity, metabolic health, and hormone optimization.
The Future of Longevity: AI, Sexual Health & Midlife Wellness with Dr. Amy Killen | HFYH # 125
In this episode, Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by longevity expert and regenerative medicine pioneer, Dr. Amy B. Killen. A former ER physician turned health tech entrepreneur, Dr. Killen is the founder and CEO of the Human Optimization Project (HOP) and co-founder/Chief Medical Officer of Humanaut Health, a cutting-edge longevity clinic franchise. She's on a mission to democratize access to powerful,
Hormones, Cancer Risk, and the Truth About Menopause with Dr. Corinne Menn | HFYH # 124
In this episode, Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Dr. Corinne Menn, a board-certified OBGYN, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, and 23-year breast cancer survivor who brings both clinical expertise and lived experience to the menopause conversation. A BRCA carrier and surgical menopause patient, Dr. Menn is a fierce advocate for women navigating cancer risk, premature menopause, and hormone
The Truth About Ozempic and GLP-1s with Dr. Alexandra Sowa | HFYH # 123
In this episode, Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Dr. Alexandra Sowa, a dual board-certified physician in internal and obesity medicine, founder of SoWell, and author of The Ozempic Revolution. With over a decade of clinical experience and features in The New York Times, CNN, and Women's Health, Dr. Sowa is a leading voice in metabolic health and the safe, personalized use of GLP-1 medications. Tog
Authenticity Over Perfection with Dr. Tiffany Moon | HFYH #122
In this episode, Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with the multifaceted Dr. Tiffany Moon, a board-certified anesthesiologist, entrepreneur, keynote speaker, twin mom, and author of the upcoming book Joy Prescriptions: How I Learned to Stop Chasing Perfection and Embrace Connection (May 2025). As the founder of Aromasthesia Candles, Three Moons Wine, and LeadHer Summit, Tiffany is also known for breaking
Menstrual Equity and Menopause Truths with Jennifer Weiss-Wolf | HFYH #121
In this episode, Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with writer, activist, and feminist Jennifer Weiss-Wolf, a leading voice in the fight for menstrual equity. Dubbed the "architect of the U.S. policy campaign to squash the tampon tax," Jennifer is the author of Periods Gone Public and serves as VP at the Brennan Center for Justice. Her groundbreaking work has been featured in The New York Times, TIME, Co
Optimizing Your Health with Logan Chierotti | HFYH #120
In this episode, Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Logan Chierotti, founder of Physician's Choice, a supplement brand that hit $200 million in annual revenue and is sold in major retailers like Walmart and CVS. With three successful business exits, Logan shares his entrepreneurial journey, the toll stress takes on health, and how mindfulness practices, like daily meditation, have helped him manage s
Breast Reconstruction, Advocacy, and Empowerment with Dr. Dhivya Srinivasa | HFYH #119
In this episode, Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Dr. Dhivya Srinivasa, a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon specializing in microsurgery and breast reconstruction. She is the founder of The Institute for Advanced Breast Reconstruction (IABR) and a fierce advocate for patient-centered care. They dive deep into the long-term journey of breast reconstruction, covering how weight chang
Southern Charm, Storytelling, & Life - Landon Bryant | HFYH #117
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Landon Bryant—a Southern storyteller and social media sensation. Known for his viral "let's discuss..." monologues that hilariously and insightfully unpack Southern culture, Landon began his storytelling journey as an acclaimed art teacher with a flair for education. His wife's suggestion to share his wit online sparked a
Dr. Anna Toker: Xyve7, Super Patches, & Gut Health | HFYH #116
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Dr. Anna Toker, a double-board-certified colon and rectal surgeon and medical director of SKANDii MedSpa in Mansfield, Texas. Known for her expertise in robotic surgery and passion for gut health, Dr. Toker shares her journey from chemistry to medicine, balancing a demanding career with family life, and her unique perspectiv
Marc Middleton: Combatting Ageism, Pro-Aging, and Longevity | HFYH #115
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Marc Middleton, a television journalist, Emmy-winning broadcaster, author, and founder of Growing Bolder, a media company redefining aging and active lifestyles. A multiple Emmy Award winner, Marc is also a filmmaker, podcast host, and Masters swimming world record holder. He has dedicated his career to changing the narrativ
Dr. Tara Griffin: Sleep Science & The Impact on Your Health | HYFH #114
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Dr. Tara M. Griffin, a renowned sleep clinician, dentist, and co-founder of Sleep Solution Centers in Orlando, Florida. With expertise in dental sleep medicine, TMJ disorders, and holistic health solutions, Dr. Griffin has dedicated her career to transforming lives through innovative, non-surgical approaches to sleep disorde
Dr. Sue Varma - 9/11 Trauma & Optimism Through Adversity | HFYH #113
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by Dr. Sue Varma, MD, DFAPA, a renowned psychiatrist, cognitive behavioral therapist, and Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at NYU Langone Health. With over two decades of expertise, Dr. Varma is a trailblazer in mental health advocacy, serving as the first medical director of NYU's 9/11 mental health program and a trust
Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz | HFYH #112
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, a leading OB/GYN, integrative medicine expert, and author of The Menopause Boot Camp: Optimize Your Health, Empower Your Self, and Flourish as You Age. A Diplomat of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Gilberg-Lenz brings over two decades of experience blending conventional medici
Teun Toebes | HFYH #111
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Teun Toebes, a 25-year-old nurse, healthcare innovator, and global humanitarian activist, whose mission is to revolutionize the way the world views and cares for people with dementia. Teun is the creator of the award-winning documentary Human Forever and author of the global bestseller The Housemates, both of which explore h
Troy Taylor | HFYH #110
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by sits down with Troy Taylor, Senior Director of Performance Innovation at Tonal, to explore the cutting edge of fitness and strength training. With a background in leading world-class human performance teams, Troy brings unparalleled insights into leveraging technology to optimize health and longevity. They discuss the importan
Dr. Rizwana Fareeduddin | HFYH #109
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by Dr. Rizwana Fareeduddin ("Dr. Fareed"), a trailblazer in women's health and the Executive Medical Director for Women Services at AdventHealth. With over a decade of leadership experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Maternal Fetal Medicine, and healthcare strategy, Dr. Fareed is passionate about addressing health equity and a
Dr. Anurag Singh | HFYH #108
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by Dr. Anurag Singh, Chief Medical Officer at Timeline and a leader in nutritional science targeting mitochondrial and muscle health. With an M.D. in internal medicine and a Ph.D. in immunology, Dr. Singh has extensive experience in consumer health and biotech, authoring over 40 scientific articles and leading more than 50 clinic
Jimmy DeFalco | HFYH #107
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Jimmy DeFalco, founder of The Awakened Father, a coaching program dedicated to helping men build strength, discipline, and resilience. Jim, a recovering addict, shares his extraordinary journey from addiction and injury to physical and mental transformation through fitness. This episode showcases Jimmy's candid story about h
Dr. Marty Makary | HFYH #106
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Dr. Marty Makary, a three-time New York Times bestselling author, public health expert, and prominent surgeon at Johns Hopkins University. Known for his advocacy on healthcare reform, transparency, and cost reduction, Dr. Makary has published over 250 scientific articles and garnered acclaim for his influential books, includ
Dr. Federica Amati | HFYH #105
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by Dr. Federica Amati, a Postdoctoral medical scientist, AfN accredited Nutritionist, and Head Nutritionist at Zoe. Dr. Amati shares her expertise on the gut microbiome, explaining its critical role in health, including its impact on brain development, blood sugar regulation, and bone health. She emphasizes the importance of diet
Dr. Emily Jamea | HFYH #104
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright Dr. Vonda Wright sits down with Dr. Emily Jamea, a renowned sex and relationship therapist with over 15 years of experience helping people cultivate connection and passion. Dr. Jamea's debut book, Anatomy of Desire: Five Secrets to Create Connection and Cultivate Passion, offers insights into her approach to maintaining intimacy in long-te
Dr. Jessica Shepherd | HFYH #103
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright welcomes Dr. Jessica Shepherd, a board-certified OB-GYN and leading voice in women's health, specializing in menopause care and midlife health. Dr. Shepherd shares insights on helping women overcome fears about health concerns like heart disease and cancer, and how to assess readiness for lifestyle changes. The conversation highlights the
Louisa Nicola | HFYH #102
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by Louisa Nicola, a neurophysiologist and human performance coach, who brings her expertise in brain health and performance optimization. As a former elite triathlete, Louisa shares her journey from competing in the Beijing and London triathlons to becoming a successful entrepreneur and coach. They dive into the science of human
Joe de Sena | HFYH #101
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by Joe de Sena, the CEO and founder of SPARTAN, to discuss his journey as CEO of SPARTAN and his new book, "Extreme Balance". Known for his relentless drive and leadership in the world of obstacle racing, Joe shares insights from his book on how champions balance respect and fierce competition in championship success. The conver
Tamsen Fadal | HFYH #100
In the 100th episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by Tamsen Fadal, author, speaker, and journalist. After 30 years as an on-air journalist, Tamsen made a bold pivot into midlife health, focusing on menopause advocacy. In this episode, she shares her personal journey of understanding menopause and what inspired her to write her book, "The New Single: Finding, Fixing, and Fal
Peter Taglianetti | HFYH #97
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by Peter Taglianetti, Two-Time Stanley Cup Champion and Broadcaster. Peter discusses his incredible NHL hockey career, raising six healthy athletes, and his unique perspective on the year-round training regimen that many young athletes face today versus when he was training as a professional athlete. They also dive into Dr. Vonda
Dr. Vonda Wright Solocast: Understanding the Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause
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HFYH: Modernizing Cardiovascular Health | Dr. Jeremy London #HotForYourHealth
In this episode of 'Hot for Your Health,' Dr. Vonda Wright is joined by Dr. Jeremy London, a board-certified cardiovascular surgeon with over 31 years of experience. Dr. London delves into the evolving field of cardiovascular surgery, explaining the shift from traditional invasive methods to more minimally invasive techniques. He emphasizes the importance of diet, exercise, and regular health chec
HFYH: Cindy Eckert
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HFYH: Dr. Betsy Grunch
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HFYH: Dr. Victor Prisk
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HFYH: Dr. Amy Killen
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HFYH: Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen
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HFYH: Three Things Your Partner Needs to Know | Peter Taglianetti
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HFYH: Hubert Payne
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HFYH: The 'Pause Life | Dr. Mary Claire Haver
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