Best Sandra Etherington Podcasts (2025)

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World Bipolar Day: Author and Bipolar Disorder Advocate Sandra Steiner 1:08:07

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Today is World Bipolar Day and Vincent Van Gogh's birthday (who had untreated bipolar disorder in the late 1880s). On this episode of MindBody Matters, Greg Rennie interviews author, motivational speaker and bipolar disorder advocate, Sandra Steiner who lives with bipolar disorder. Sandra and Greg discuss the importance of World Bipolar Day and its…

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10 Tactics to Manage Anxiety: Author Brian Sachetta - "Get Out of Your Head" 1:22:21

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On this episode, Greg Rennie talks with author, coach and blogger, Brian Sachetta about his two books and his brand "Get Out of Your Head". The focus of this episode is 10 tactics you can use to manage anxiety included in his first book "Get Out of Your Head: A Toolkit for Living with and Overcoming Anxiety. His follow-up book is "Get Out of Your H…

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Alternatives to Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous: Author Mary Beth O'Connor "From Junkie to Judge" 56:46

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On this episode of MindBody Matters, Greg Rennie hosts his first solo episode as co-host Rob Wreford has left the podcast to focus on his voice artist/voice actor career. Greg interviews author Mary Beth O'Connor and they discuss her memoir "From Judge to Junkie: One Woman's Triumph Over Trauma and Addiction available from Amazon. Mary Beth discuss…

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The Quantum Intelligent Energy Field: Grammy Award-Winning Jazz Pianist, Composer and Author John Novello 1:25:43

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On this episode of MindBody Matters we interview Grammy Award winner and author John Novello. In a captivating interview with bestselling author John Novello, we delve into the extraordinary journey of a man whose life has been guided by an enigmatic voice since the tender age of three. This mysterious presence, aptly named “The Invisible Architect…

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What is a Delusion in Mental Illness? - Author Leif Gregersen 1:27:33

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On this episode of MindBody Matters we interview author Leif Gregersen who lives with Schizoaffective Disorder and as an author has published a dozen books on mental health, poems and on other subjects.We discuss what a delusion and psychosis are. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcast If you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire a…

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Grief and Loss: Bereavement and Moving Forward with Therapist Marida Etherington 51:19

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On this episode of MindBody Matters we interview Nurse and Psychotherapist, Marida Etherington who is Certified Grief Educator having trained with David Kessler. We discuss the loss of her father and Rob and Greg's discuss about their recent losses to try to understand how to grieve and move forward. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcast If yo…

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Eating Disorders: Changing Perception of Self with Traveler Entrepreneur and Designer of Success, Jamie Meyer 1:16:59

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On this episode of MindBody Matters we interview a seasoned traveler and entrepreneur, Jamie Meyer who shares her experience of having an eating disorder when younger and the point at which she changed her perception of self and later in life built an award winning company, Nine Carat. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcast If you would like to…

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The Best of MBM: What Happens When We Die? - Near Death Experiences (NDE) 1:03:33

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This is a replay of an episode from 2023. Steve Martin is on our show (not that Steve Martin). Stephen Hawley Martin author and radio host shares his personal story of an out of body experience and the discussions he's had over the years as a radio show host when he interviewed members of the government Stargate program, Edgar Casey's son, physicis…

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The Best of MBM: Clinical Trial of Psilocybin - Psychedelic Assisted Therapy for Cancer Patients 1:09:37

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In this summer's "The Best of MBM" series we replay our episode from January 2024 about psychedelic assisted therapy and a groundbreaking clinical trial of the use of psilocybin for cancer patients at the Sunstone Therapies Clinic in Maryland. Guest and clinical trial participant, Alice Grasset was a client of therapist Dr. Brian Richards. Brian an…

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RHOC Lead with your Butthole - S18 E7 36:26

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Sandra breaks down all the play on the latest episode of RHOC. Tamra Judge leads with her a****** instead of her heart. Sandra shares her theory of why Alexis Bellino is so upset about something Shannon Storms Beador did to her Johnny J. Find out who performed their Storm-Off better, Gina Kirschenheiter or Shannon Beador? And, oh, the Bravo Bravo B…

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The Best of MBM: Ayahuasca - The Use of Plant Medicine Ceremonies for Depression and PTSD 1:07:57

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In this summer's "The Best of MBM" series, we replay our episode on the ceremonial use of ayahuasca from January 2024. We interviewed Drew Bankey from “Sacred Journeys Within”, an ayahuasca ceremony he leads in Colorado. Drew shares his experience in the military and the impact of two tours in the Iraq war had on his life as it resulted in PTSD, su…

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RHOC Big Bear vs La Quinta - S18 E6 35:11

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Sandra breaks down all the play on the latest episode of RHOC. Is Alexis Bellino’s constant talking about Johnny J good play or is she going to lose her friend contract? Why we are still talking about the paparazzi BS and which player will finally end this storyline for us? There was some amazing 4TRR friendship play this episode by the La Quinta c…

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TEA PARTY! with RH Producer Toni Gallagher 57:45

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Toni Gallagher, former RHOC and RHOBH producer and author, talks shop with Sandra and Mandy about the ins and outs of producing and editing Real Housewives, Brandi's anti-marriage voicemails, her DLAC doppelgänger husband, and (of course) sailing on a clipper ship.By Sandra Etherington & Mandy Peoples

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The Best of MBM: The Use of Psychedelics to Treat PTSD 1:21:07

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In this summer's "The Best of MBM" series we replay our first episode about psychedelic-assisted therapy that aired in July 2023. Greg Rennie interviewed Dr. Mandeep Singh. The use of psychedelic drugs in treating PTSD and depression (among other issues) is becoming a reality and when legal or unscheduled, psychedelic medicine will change how we tr…

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RHONJ Not-A-Reunion Special - S14E14 30:11

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Two rooms. Two teams. Two finales. Too many? Despite the lack of traditional play this episode, Sandra manages to hand out most of the generally assigned player awards. She defends her finale fashion play of the game to Margaret Josephs. She wonders at the tennis skills of the security guards who held Danielle Cabral and Jennifer Aydin at bay. She …

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RHONJ Last Hot Dog Lip Supper - The Final Finale 49:48

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Sandra and Mandy cover all the plays leading up to and during the “Last Supper” of RHONJ as we know it. We discuss why this season has been such a dud and also why RHONJ has ruined Mandy. We give everyone errors and Least Valuable Player awards and then finish off the episode with 5 straight minutes of ugly crying. Sort of. RIP RHONJ. RIP RealHouse…

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The Best of MBM: The Vietnam War and Tet Offensive - The Impact of PTSD with Steve Cox 1:19:54

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In this summer's "The Best of MBM" we replay our episode on PTSD from November 2023. We honor our very good friend (Greg's "American Dad"), veteran of two tours of Vietnam, Steve Cox from Alabama who passed away in March of 2024. We will miss you Steve! Co-host Greg Rennie talked to Steve about about his experience in the Vietnam war, the Tet Offen…

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RHOC - Rookie Mistakes - S18E4 35:16

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Sandra breaks down all the play on the latest episode of RHOC. Is peeing in the bushes and dancing on bars good play for our OC team? Should we be judging Jenn Pedranti for spending money and rookie player Katie Ginella for not knowing how to play golf? And most importantly, who comes out on top when it comes to Katie’s attacks against Heather Dubr…

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The Best of MBM: Opioid Crisis Survivor - A Physician's Personal Battle with Fentanyl Addiction 58:17

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In this summer's "Best of MBM" series we replay the revealing conversation from August 2023 with Dr. Dove Gebien, a former ER doctor who faced his addiction to fentanyl. Join us as he shares his personal journey, from his abuse of fentanyl to a near-fatal overdose and an inspiring path to recovery. As a lead plaintiff in a big pharma class action l…

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The Best of MBM: Painkillers and Big Pharma - The Marketing of Medication 1:13:36

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In this summer's "Best of MBM" series, we replay our eye-opening episode from August 2023 about big pharma in which we discuss the Netflix series "Painkiller," which shed light on the unethical marketing practices of Purdue Pharma, makers of OxyContin. Greg interviews Dr. Robert Shepherd, a Psychologist who witnessed firsthand the influence of big …

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RHOC Premiere and Podcast Update 18:21

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We went away but not forever! With the premiere of RHOC last week, Sandra had to come on and give her thoughts, and also let you know why we haven't dropped an episode in a minute. Instagram: @RealHousewivesofBendOregon TikTok: @RealHousewivesofBend Please rate, review, subscribe & share!!! Intro and Outro Music: “Stomping Rock” by Alex Grohl Inspi…

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The Sober Life: Through The Glass Recovery Podcast Hosts Julie Miller and Steve Knapp 1:06:06

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On this episode of MindBody Matters we interview Julie Miller and Steve Knapp from the popular podcast, Through The Glass Recovery Podcast. Both Julie and Steve are in recovery from an alcohol use disorder and in their social media posts and show demonstrate the benefits of being sober and what life is like without using alcohol. MindBody Matters i…

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Addicted to Pizza: How Cravings Work with Dr. Glenn Livingston 1:18:28

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This week on Mind Body Matters Greg interviews Glenn Livingston, Ph.D. who holds a doctorate in clinical psychology and was the long time CEO of a multi-million dollar consulting firm which has serviced several Fortune 500 clients in the food industry. He is the author of “Defeat Your Cravings.” You may have seen his previous work, theories, and re…

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Keto and Intermittent Fasting: Personal Trainer and Keto Coach Kelly Kirk 1:26:01

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On MindBody Matters this week, we interview Kelly Kirk who has worked for the Washington Redskins and has a degree from George Mason University and certifications in Personal Training, Nutrition and Public Speaking and Keto Coaching. Kelly has been teaching and coaching people on healthy Keto and intermittent fasting for over three years, with almo…

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RHONJ S14 E5 An Unnecessary Limp QuigQuog 1:10:36

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RHONJ Season 14 Episode 5: Sandra and Mandy decide during this week’s episode that winners want the ball, and Teresa doesn’t seem to want the ball! We finally get to break out the apology play rubric and *mostly* agree on the quality of the apologies given. There is lots of “putting it in the middle” play by the ladies at the Bougie Brunch, leading…

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RHONJ S14E4 We Don't Talk About Gorgas (No, No, No) 1:14:06

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RHONJ Season 14 Episode 4: Sandra and Mandy make history this week as they create a new game for podcast: Quig Quog! And they also get to the bottom of that age old mystery: Who let the dogs out??? We were delighted by this episode’s smorgasbord of Pampered Pets and Face Plays. We discuss all the important play that happened this episode: some join…

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RHONJ S14E3: Josephina, Bambola da Pompino 1:06:30

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Join Sandra and Mandy as they cover all the plays from "Shore-ing Up Sides." We've got an amazing double Play of the Game AND Bystander of the Week. Plus: What do Margaret and AFI Top 100 movie Bridge on the River Kwai have in common? Can Sandra have multiple Tear Play in one night? How many buttons can you leave undone at a restaurant with linen t…

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Going Dry: Changing Habits and Changing Your Life with Sean Robinson 1:22:22

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Sean Robinson is an author and speaker who focuses on self-improvement, mindset shifting and habit forming. He works in the construction industry, and is a volunteer firefighter. Going Dry: My Path to Overcoming Habitual Drinking is his first book. Greg Rennie interviews Sean on this episode of MindBody Matters. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media p…

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RHONJ S14 E2 - Exploring Our Wild Oats in a Minivan Behind a Gas Station 1:08:36

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Sandra and Mandy cover all the play in Season 14 Episode 2 of Real Housewives of New Jersey. Sandra talks about Pampered Pet Play and what Teresa’s dog needs to do to step it up to the level of Melissa Gorga’s dog. Mandy teaches us that there’s no such thing as bad Fashion Play and together, we create a hit song about Gia. Find out who we pick for …

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RHONJ S14E1 - The Handhusband's Tale 1:06:34

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Join Sandra and Mandy as they get Not California High on the joy of a new season of play! Rachel starts her sophomore season off with a Messy Fessy party (has anyone seen my electric toothbrush?). We've got our first Tear Play of the season, some decent Injury, Fear, or Illness (IFI) play, and the newly named Dance Mom Play. Sandra comes up with th…

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A Matter of Laugh and Death: Mental Health Comedian Frank King 1:12:43

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Comedian Frank King was a writer for the Tonight Show with Jay Leno and came up the ranks in the 80s comedy clubs with Robin Williams, Norm McDonald and Adam Sandler. Frank is our guest this week on MindBody Matters. Billed as the "Mental Health Comedian", Frank King is a well known speaker and coach. Greg Rennie asks Frank about what is considered…

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RHONJ ERAS Tour and S14 Pre-Analysis 1:12:04

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It’s the RHONJ Eras Tour!!! Join us as we revisit some Hall of Fame plays from past eras of RHONJ and also look forward to Season 14 by analyzing the S14 trailer and play styles of each of our RHONJ players. This episode, Mandy celebrates a new era of her life as she turns 50! (Happy Birthday, Mandy!!!) and she gets a special birthday message from …

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Best. Housewife. Ever. - The Reunion Seating Score Episode 1:00:36

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Join Sandra and Mandy as they dish on the top twenty housewives, thanks to Sandra's detailed RSS analysis of ALL FRANCHISES! Who's the real Dork Lord now? Plus: Mandy insults the entire state of New Jersey, Hunting Housewives gets another free plug, and Sandra coins the term "lastability." Come to find out who the number one housewife is, and stick…

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Andy Cohen Agrees with Us! (The Fictionalized Hero Edit) 55:15

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Sandra and Mandy discuss all the news that's fit to clip. We confirm that we are right about EVERYTHING! Not only is the Apology Rubric an important measure of play, but we also get confirmation of Bravo's deep state editing powers. In addition to learning a bit more about how the sausage is made, Sandra and Mandy give potent career advice, and Man…

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Emmy-Winning TV Producer Maria Baltazzi: "Take a Shot at Happiness" 56:55

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Emmy-winning TV producer of Survivor, Maria Baltazzi is our guest on this episode of MindBody Matters. Maria was also executive producer on TLC's record-breaking "Sarah Palin's Alaska" which debuted at 5 million viewers. Greg talks to Maria about her experiences on Survivor, the behaviour of the contestants and how they influenced her to reflect on…

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RH on RH Guest Spectacular! 45:00

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Sandra and Mandy dish with Caitlin and Sharon of Real Housewives on Real Housewives all about RHOBH and the upcoming season of RHONJ. We learn about the beauty of the Bravo fan community as they give us the down low on BravoCon, as well as Sharon's OG theory. And in honor of their episode format, so many versus: Producers vs Housewives! Heather Gay…

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Housewife and Hustler Part 2 - Erika Jayne - Victim or Sociopath? 1:01:16

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Sandra and Mandy discuss The Housewife and the Hustler Part 2. Mandy proclaims Tom Girardi a Dirty F***ing Dude but for some reason Sandra can’t quite land on one side of the fence or the other when it comes to Erika Jayne. We get to pull out our apology play rubric when Erika meets with the victims for the first time. Sandra continues to promote h…

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Surviving Breast Cancer: From Existing to Living with Thandi Montgomery 45:42

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In another episode about the body on MindBody Matters we interview Thandi Montgomery who was diagnosed with Stage 1B breast cancer in 2021, fought and won the battle after 4 surgeries, 16 rounds of chemo, and 30 days of radiation. Thandi is recognized for her unwavering commitment to women’s health, wellness, and self-discovery. She has been a gues…

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Housewife and the Hustler Part 1 - The Morality Free Zone 45:12

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Bonus material until RHONJ starts up! Sandra and Mandy discuss The Housewife and the Hustler Part 1, where we learn that Tom Girardi does not make good choices. Plus: Erika Jayne is not a food truck and the perks of working at Jamba Juice corporate. Mandy provides some long winded and semi-accurate legal explanations (lawyers CAN be certified finan…

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RHOBH Final Game Analysis and Awards with Brandy Ferner - Season 13 1:15:34

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Brandy Ferner is our guest today as we break down the entire Season 13 of play from our Beverly Hills Housewives. Which Housewives Player compares to Bella in Poor Things? Was Sutton’s “Name ‘Em” scene with Kyle good play or an error? What is happening with Crystal’s play that makes her difficult to “like”? Why do we still enjoy watching Erika desp…

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What The PEMF?!! - The True and Shocking Story of Electrical Therapy with 'Dr. Robert' 1:46:48

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Our mind-body investigative reporter, Dr. Robert, returns to the show to tell Greg the true and shocking story of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy, AmpCoil and other electrical therapy devices in the past. Dr. Robert Shepherd is a Canadian clinical researcher and Psychologist and provides in-depth research on topics covered on MindBody M…

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RHOBH S13E20 - The Magical Emotional Support Hilton (Reunion Part 3) 1:03:42

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Sandra demonstrates her improv chops before she and Mandy get into the game analysis of part three of the RHOBH reunion. They explore Resting Reunion Face, love deposits, Kathy's career as a magician, and . . . relationsheeps? It's a reunion of firsts: first IFI (injury, fear or illness) at a reunion, first intensely emotional salon story, and our …

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Lyme Disease: The Use of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy With Suzanne Casamento 1:15:26

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As part of a series of episodes about the body, we interview Suzanne Casamento about her personal experience with Lyme Disease and her healing journey. Co-host Rob Wreford shares his opinion after the interview and Greg and Rob describe the next episode in the series in which Greg interviews Dr. Robert about the history of electrical healing and Pu…

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RHOBH S13E19 Jackie Maroney Takes us to Conspiracy Town (Reunion Part 2) 1:09:35

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Guest Jackie Maroney from the She’s All Bach podcast joins Sandra today in Mandy’s absence. The two talk about the differences between Real Housewives and ABC’s The Bachelor, they discuss the recent lawsuits against DLAC (Andy Cohen) and then break down the play in the second part of the reunion for RHOBH season 13. Why does Kyle score so high on t…

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RHOBH S13E18 - The Literally Weaponized Uterus (Reunion Part 1) 1:17:30

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From Dorit’s Red Tent of Errors to a double MVP winner, Sandra and Mandy cover all the game play in part one of the RHOBH season 13 reunion. Plus: Mandy makes her first ever request for a more sparkly dress, Sandra suspects Lisa Barlow and Dorit are personality trait twins, and Dorit weaponizes Mandy’s uterus. Literally. Instagram: @RealHousewiveso…

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Chronic Pain: Choosing Pain or Peace with Author Meera Ishaya 1:23:44

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Can we choose peace instead of pain? In this episode we discuss chronic pain and a spiritual method to detach and change our relationship with physical pain. Join us for our interview with Meera Ishaya, author of "Peace or Pain: Discovering the Unbroken You and Changing Your Relationship with Pain" and "Surrender is Good for The Soul: The Art of Su…

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RHOBH S13E17 - The White (and pink?) Party 1:13:42

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Sandra and Mandy analyze all the plays in the finale episode of season 13 of RHOBH. This episode, our players take the field at SOFI stadium! Kyle’s white party offers a huge variety to pick from for our Fashion Plays of the Game. Between Sutton’s show-me-the-money jewelry date with her daughter, Erika’s “It’s Expensive to be Me” comeback performan…

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RHOBH S13E16 - Diamonds and Bros 1:12:29

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Sutton and Kyle make some solid plays in this week's game, but can they compete with Erika pulling out TWO apologies? Plus, Sandra and Mandy speculate on: Is Season 1's mean psychic gloating? Is Kyle getting a villain edit? And does Sutton need an intervention? We've got a four point apology by Mandy, Sandra pondering her soul, and the world's long…

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What is Lupus? - Author of "The Girlfriend's Guide to Lupus", Amanda Chay 1:03:48

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In a series of episodes about our physical health (the "body" in MindBody Matters) we kick it off with an interview with author Amanda Chay who was diagnosed with Lupus and wrote the book "The Girlfriend's Guide to Lupus: How to Control a Shitty Diagnosis". Amanda has been coping with a Lupus diagnosis for years and has lobbied for at Capitol Hill …

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RHOBH S13E15 The Merce Fi-ash-co and a PTC competition 1:05:24

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Sandra and Mandy analyze all the plays in Season 13 Episode 15 of RHOBH. The players line up to compete with back-to-back PTCs during Sutton Stracke’s releasing ceremony. Sutton spreads Merce’s ashes, creating a Fi-ash-co that earns Mandy the podcasting pun of the week. Some brief apology play by Crystal Minkoff allows us to demonstrate that Sandra…