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Jan. 11, 2025

Creative Self- Care: Insights from Crystal McClain

In this episode of Message in the Middle , Marianne dives into the topic of creative self-care with Crystal McLain, a licensed massage therapist and host of the Creative Self Care podcast. Crystal shares her unique approach t...

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Jan. 4, 2025

Overcoming Self-Doubt: A Conversation on Courage and Growth with Shil…

Today’s episode features one of our favorite guests, Shiloh Minor—a devoted wife, mother, and empowerment coach helping women cultivate deeply connected marriages and break generational cycles of emotional neglect. In this ca...

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Dec. 28, 2024

Set Your Intentions: Choosing a Word to Guide Your Year - A Solo Epis…

Whether you're looking to simplify your goals , gain clarity , or just live more intentionally , you're in the right place. This week, we're diving into finding a guiding word or theme for the year. Why Choose a Guiding Word ...

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Dec. 21, 2024

A Look Back at 2024's Most Inspiring Message In the Middle Conversati…

Today we’re reflecting on some of the most inspiring, thought-provoking, and transformative conversations from 2024. Menopause: Breaking the Silence - In 2024 we had several important conversations about menopause with guests...

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Dec. 14, 2024

Body Acceptance & Joyful Movement: Insights from LOYOBO’s CEO Courtne…

In this empowering episode of Message In the Middle , I’m joined by Courtney McCarthy, CEO and Founder of LOYOBO (Love Your Body), a transformative community for women tired of shrinking themselves to fit societal standards. ...

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Dec. 7, 2024

Real Men Feel: Andy Grant's Journey of Resilience and Authenticity

In this deeply moving episode of Message in the Middle , host Marianne welcomes Andy Grant, a Transformational Energy Coach and the award-winning host of Real Men Feel . Known as the King of Authenticity, Andy shares his raw ...

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Nov. 30, 2024

Perfectly Imperfect Holidays: Letting Go of Unrealistic Expectations …

In this solo episode of Message in the Middle , host Marianne reflects on her Thanksgiving experience and how she has transformed her approach to holiday gatherings. She candidly shares her journey from chasing perfection to ...

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Nov. 23, 2024

Eliminate Holiday Overwhelm: Lisa Zawrotny’s Strategies for Success

The holiday season is here, and while it can be a time of joy and togetherness, it often comes with stress, overcommitment, and a sense of overwhelm. In this episode of Message in the Middle , Marianne welcomes back productiv...

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Nov. 16, 2024

Habits for Health: Dr. Carrie Holland’s Guide to Women’s Wellness

In this episode, Marianne sits down with Dr. Carrie Holland, a board-certified family physician, personal trainer, and health & life coach. Dr. Holland is the CEO of her life coaching practice, and the host of the Strong is a...

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Nov. 9, 2024

The Nutrivore Mindset: Embrace Nutrient-Rich Eating Without Sacrifice…

In this episode, Marianne sits down with Dr. Sarah Ballantyne, PhD—founder of Nutrivore.com and NY Times best-selling author of Nutrivore: The Radical New Science for Getting the Nutrients You Need from the Food You Eat. With...

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Nov. 2, 2024

Breaking Free from Addiction: Dr. Robb Kelly’s Powerful Journey and E…

Join us for a powerful episode of Message In the Middle , as we sit down with Dr. Robb Kelly, PhD, a globally recognized addiction and recovery expert who has lived the extremes of addiction firsthand and now works to empower...

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Oct. 26, 2024

Are You Living an Intentional Life? - A Solo Episode with Marianne

In this solo episode of Message In the Middle , host Marianne explores what it means to live intentionally, shares examples from her own life, offers insights on key areas to look at if you want to get out of auto pilot and m...

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Oct. 19, 2024

Transforming Your Health from the Inside Out with Ashley Malik

If you've ever struggled with feeling constantly tired, experiencing unexplained weight gain, or dealing with persistent inflammation and puffiness, this episode is for you. Today, we're diving into the world of anti-inflamma...

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Oct. 12, 2024

Building a Sustainable Healthy Lifestyle with Jodi Dolo

Today’s episode is a must-listen for anyone striving to build a healthy lifestyle, maintain weight loss, or just stay consistent with exercise and movement. Joining me today is Jodi Dolo, a certified nutritionist and personal...

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Oct. 5, 2024

Embracing the Mirror: A Journey of Self-Acceptance

In this candid solo episode of Message In the Middle , host Marianne reflects on a deeply personal moment of self-realization. After years of striving for perfection and external validation, and driving from a place of contro...

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Sept. 28, 2024

The Six Big Rocks of Exercise and Nutrition with Esther Avant

In today's episode of Message in the Middle , host Marianne is joined by health industry veteran Esther Avant, who brings over 18 years of experience in fitness, nutrition, and wellness. Together, they take a deep dive into t...

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Sept. 21, 2024

Self-Care, Not Self-Control: Redefining Nutrition and Body Image with…

Hello and welcome to Message In the Middle. Joining me today is Elizabeth Harris. Elizabeth’s motto is “self-care, not self-control because food is meant to be enjoyed, movement should make you happy, and because we’ve all go...

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Sept. 14, 2024

Fitness for Every Body: Fitness, Confidence, and Empowerment with Tar…

In this empowering episode of Message In the Middle , host Marianne sits down with Tara De Leon, a highly credentialed personal trainer, professor of Health, Fitness, and Exercise Studies, podcaster, speaker, and Amazon best-...

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Sept. 7, 2024

Embrace Your True Self: Lunaria Gaia on Authentic Confidence, Self-Lo…

In this episode of Message In the Middle , host Marianne is joined by the inspiring Lunaria Gaia, a dynamic speaker, coach, podcast host, and 2-time Amazon best-selling author of “Get Happy & Free: Unlocking the Happiness Cod...

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Aug. 31, 2024

Don’t Retire, Rewire! Insights on Redefining Retirement with Jeri Sed…

Welcome to another episode of Message In the Middle with Marianne. Today, we're diving into a topic that’s more relevant than ever—rethinking retirement. But instead of discussing traditional retirement, we're exploring the c...

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Aug. 24, 2024

From Broadway to Ninja: Fitness and Resilience at Any Age with Ginny …

Welcome to Message In the Middle , in this episode, Marianne sits down with Ginny MacColl, a 72-year-old actress, dancer, and competitive athlete who proves that age is just a number. Ginny's journey from dancing on Broadway ...

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Aug. 17, 2024

Navigating Big Emotions with Jennifer Ginty and Moody Monster

Today we're diving deep into the world of big feelings. Emotions can be overwhelming for anyone, but learning to manage them is crucial, especially when it comes to guiding our children and grandchildren and providing them wi...

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Aug. 10, 2024

Silencing Your Inner Mean Girl with Abbey Heagney

Joining Marianne today is Abbey Heagney. For over 20 years, Abbey struggled to quiet her inner mean girl and find confidence in her body, her decisions, and who she was. Coaching completely transformed her life, and now, as a...

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Aug. 3, 2024

Transform Your Life: Breaking Free from the Meh Zone with Witney Riley

Welcome to another episode of Message In the Middle ! I'm your host, Marianne, and today, we're joined by Witney Riley, a transformation mentor with over 25 years of experience. Witney has dedicated her career to guiding indi...

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