Best Stephanie Botts Podcasts (2025)

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The Truth About Women’s Health: Hormones, Metabolism, and Strength with Dr. Stephanie Estima 1:20:41

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In a world where “one-size-fits-all” health advice dominates, women are often left out of the conversation entirely. Enter Dr. Stephanie Estima — chiropractor, health strategist, and unapologetic myth-buster — who’s redefining how women think about hormones, metabolism, and longevity. Known for her bestselling book The Betty Body and her work on al…

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Ep 71: Understanding Military Dentistry: The Model Behind the OPA 52:13

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, Stephanie sits down with a former military dental hygienist (who has chosen to remain anonymous due to the sensitive nature of her previous employment) to share an inside look at how dental care works within the military system. This open and informative conver…

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Ep 70: Understanding TMJ, Dizziness & Chronic Neck Pain 54:40

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sit down with Dr. Joe Damiani, PT, DPT, who has worked with over 1,000 patients struggling with persistent TMJ disorder, dizziness, headaches, and neck pain. We dive deep into how posture, ergonomics, and the nervous system all play a role in chronic pain—and…

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From Injury to Recovery: The Truth About ACL Rehab for Young Athletes with Coach Carmen Bott 0:01

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ACL tears used to be rare in high school sports. Today, they’re an epidemic. Behind the headlines, there’s one voice cutting through the noise with hard truths, practical solutions, and decades of experience: Coach Carmen Bott. Known online as “Coach Bott,” she’s become the go-to expert on youth athletic development and late-stage ACL rehab, guidin…

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Ep 69: TMJ & TMD Demystified: Diagnosis, Treatment & Patient Care Tips 44:41

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sit down with Dr. Priya Mistry, also known as The TMJ Doc, to dive deep into TMJ and TMD. Dr. Mistry shares her journey from general dentistry to running a TMD-only practice and breaks down what every clinician (and patient) needs to know about this complex d…

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Ergonomics + Business: Who Really Pays You (and Why It Matters) 17:31

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Find out one of the most important yet overlooked steps in growing an ergonomics consulting business: identifying your ideal client avatar. Spoiler alert—it’s not the worker in pain. It’s the HR decision-maker who signs the contract and opens the door to dozens of assessments. Learn why focusing on B2B instead of B2C creates leverage, how to uncove…

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Ep 68: Healing Over Drilling: The Future Of Minimally Invasive Dentistry 59:47

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sit down with Crystal Spring, dental hygienist, public health advocate, and founder of Smiles Across Montana. Crystal shares her journey of bringing minimally invasive dentistry to underserved communities and what it really takes to integrate medical and dent…

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Gut Health, Energy & Brain Fog: Dr. Amy Shah on Microbiome, Ultra-Processed Foods, and Circadian Fasting 1:11:12

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View This Week's Show Notes Start Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility Coach Join Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The Ambush Feeling tired after meals, battling brain fog, or wondering why your gut health feels off? Dr. Amy Shah — a double board-certified physician, nutrition expert, and bestselling author — reveals how your microbiome holds the key to energy,…

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Ep 67: How to Handle Bullying in Dentistry 43:41

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! Bullying in dentistry isn't always obvious—but it's real, it's damaging, and it's more common than many realize. In this powerful episode of Straight Up With Steph, Dr. Alan Stern joins me to talk about professional bullying in the dental field—from subtle jabs to outright disrespect—and how we can resp…

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Ergonomics for Dentists & Hygienists | My Conversation with Stephanie Botts 42:40

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Ergonomics for Dentists & Hygienists | My Conversation with Stephanie Botts Dentistry is one of the most high-risk professions for musculoskeletal pain—and that means a huge opportunity for ergonomists. In this full interview, I sit down with Stephanie Botts, RDH, BSDH, CEAS, a practicing dental hygienist and certified ergonomics specialist, to exp…

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Ep 66: Social Media and the Brain: Doom Scrolling, Dopamine, and Digital Detox 1:04:54

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! Is social media shaping our brains more than we realize? In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sit down with Kent Howard—educator, researcher, and wellness speaker—to explore the science behind social media use, doom scrolling, attention spans, sleep disruption, and the impact on kids and adults …

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The Science of Good Stress: Dr. Sharon Bergquist on Hormesis, Resilience & Longevity 1:09:32

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View This Week's Show Notes Start Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility Coach Join Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The Ambush Discover why you need stress with Dr. Sharon Bergquist, an award-winning physician and author of The Stress Paradox. In this episode of The Ready State podcast, we explore how stress, often misunderstood as harmful, can actually help you…

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Ep 65: How I Got Sober While Working in Dentistry | Stress, Burnout & Recovery Journey 37:23

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! Today’s episode is something a little different—and really special. I’m sharing a crossover episode from when I was a guest on Sober Life Rocks. It was one of the most honest conversations I’ve had publicly about my sobriety journey and why it matters—especially as a healthcare professional. If you’ve e…

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Episode 64: Dental Insurance Fraud: Red Flags Every Clinician Must Know 50:33

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! Do you really know how to avoid dental insurance fraud—or are you just hoping you’re not on the radar? In this eye-opening episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sit down with Dr. Paul Bornstein, a dentist, insurance consultant, and fraud expert, to discuss how even well-meaning dental professionals end u…

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Dr. Drew Timmermans: Revolutionary Ways to Heal Chronic Injuries with PRP & Stem Cell Therapy 1:06:45

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View This Week's Show Notes Start Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility Coach Join Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The Ambush You’ve heard of PRP. You’ve heard of stem cells. But do you actually know what they are — or when they really work? In this episode of The Ready State Podcast, Dr. Drew Timmermans breaks down the exploding field of regenerative medicine.…

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Episode 63: Desiccation Therapy in Dentistry: What You Need To Know 47:58

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! In this episode of Straight Up with Steph, I sit down with Annie to talk about desiccation therapy—a new approach in dentistry that can make calculus removal easier while targeting harmful biofilm. Annie shares how desiccants can streamline hygiene appointments, improve patient outcomes, and even benefi…

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Ep 62: Why We Need a PR Campaign for Dental Hygienists: The Oral Health Awareness Project 59:23

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sit down with Lisa, a passionate dental hygienist and volunteer with the Oral Health Awareness Project (OHAP), a new grassroots initiative working to educate the public on the vital role of dental hygienists. With a growing hygiene shortage and non-hygienists…

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Dr. Jessica Knurick: Fighting Health Misinformation, Nutrition Myths, and Systemic Barriers to Wellness 1:37:10

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View This Week's Show Notes Start Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility Coach Join Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The Ambush Confused by conflicting nutrition advice and viral health trends? You're not alone. In this episode, Dr. Jessica Knurick—a nutrition scientist, dietitian, and public health expert—tackles the growing wave of health misinformation spreadi…

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Ep 61: Salivary Testing in Dentistry: How Spit Samples Are Transforming Preventive Oral Health Care 59:03

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I’m joined by Dr. Dave, founder, CEO, and chief scientific officer of multiple biotech companies, including one dedicated to advancing salivary testing. Together, we dive straight into the latest breakthroughs in salivary diagnostics and what they could mean fo…

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Ep 60: Myofunctional Therapy Explained: Breathing, Oral Health, and Sleep from Childhood to Adulthood 1:04:09

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! Ever wonder how your tongue and facial muscles impact your breathing, sleep, and even posture? In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sat down with Kimmie, a Denver-based dental hygienist and myofunctional therapist, to talk about how myofunctional therapy helps both kids and adults improve tongue…

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Dr. Emily Splichal: Foot Health is the Gateway to Improved Performance and Cognitive Function 1:15:04

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View This Week's Show Notes Start Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility Coach Join Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The Ambush Want to know the real deal about fixing feet and unlocking performance? Join renowned functional podiatrist Dr. Emily Splichal as we dive into barefoot living, foot health myths, and how your feet can impact everything from athletic perf…

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Ep 59: Biological Hygiene Unpacked: Exploring Fluoride, Ozone Therapy, and Microscopes in Modern Dentistry 57:12

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sit down with biological dental hygienist Barbara Tritz about the mindset behind holistic dental care. We dive into fluoride toxicity, root causes of dental disease, and how oral health connects to the whole body. Barbara also shares tools like nano hydroxyap…

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Ep 58: Pediatric Hygiene: Tools, Tips, and Common Misconceptions 53:39

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I’m joined by An Chih to dive into the world of pediatric hygiene. Together, we take a candid look at the joys, challenges, and special skills needed to successfully care for kids. An Chih also shares her unique journey into pediatric dentistry, describes what …

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Dr. Sara Reardon: Fixing Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - Expert Advice from The Vagina Whisperer 1:06:15

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View This Week's Show Notes Start Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility Coach Join Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The Ambush In this episode of The Ready State Podcast, Dr Sara Reardon sits down with Kelly and Juliet Starrett to break the silence around leaking, pelvic pain, painful sex, and what every woman should know about their body — but probably wasn’t t…

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Ep 57: Debunking Popular Dental Myths and Handling Misinformation on Social Media 52:57

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I’m joined by returning guest and online dental educator Whitney, also known as Teeth Talk Girl, to discuss the spread of dental health misinformation on social media. Together, Whitney and I dive into all the “natural” dental trends and how we can separate den…

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Ep 56: ADHA Leaders Speak Out On Moves To Replace Hygienists 1:20:40

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sat down with Erin and Lancette, the President and President-Elect of American Dental Hygienists' Association’s (ADHA), as we talk about their ongoing initiatives, including their drive for license portability and their efforts to update standards of practice…

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Sue Norman: Racing Rapids, Becoming an Unexpected Parent at 56, & Risking It All 1:27:08

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View This Week's Show Notes Start Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility Coach Join Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The Ambush Sue Norman’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. From her roots as a world-class whitewater athlete and U.S. National Champion to her time in the military and her inspiring decision to become a mom at 56, Sue’s life is packed with…

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Ep 55: Mastering Case Acceptance: Real Strategies to Connect and Communicate Better with Dental Patients 52:16

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I’m joined by Kim McGuire to discuss case acceptance, a topic that every dental professional faces. We explore the challenges and solutions surrounding why patients say “no” to needed treatment, how to move past the objections, and truly connect with your patie…

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Ep 54: What To Know About Guided Biofilm Therapy: Protocol, Patient Education, And Practice Growth 44:36

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! I get so many questions about Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT), and truthfully, I don’t know as much about it as I would like to. That’s why, in this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I'm joined by Kevin Ohashi Lopez to uncover what GBT is, how it differs from traditional dental hygiene, and why it might m…

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How One Healthcare Pro Used Ergonomics to Create a New Income Stream (Without Quitting Her Job) 12:21

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Whether you're an OT, PT, RN, Kin, or another type of healthcare provider, you'll hear how Jess went from burnout and overwork to confidence, income, and flexibility. We break down her first paid assessment, how she landed referrals, and why you don’t need fancy equipment or another degree to get started. You'll learn: The mindset shift that helped…

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Jay Maddock: The Profound Health Benefits of Nature Exposure In As Little As 120 Minutes Per Week 1:13:57

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View This Week's Show Notes Start Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility Coach Join Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The Ambush Are you spending 8 hours a day in front of screens? It’s time to give your brain a break with nature! Discover how just 120 minutes a week outdoors can transform your mood, boost executive function, and even improve your immune system. F…

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Ep 53: Workforce Shortages, Hygiene Autonomy, and ADA's Vision for the Future 55:20

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, Dr. Brett Kessler, president of the American Dental Association, returns to the podcast to dive headfirst into a conversation about the complex and contentious state of our industry. Our goal today was to clear up common misconceptions, answer pressing question…

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Ep 52: Maximizing Your Dental Practice Value & Navigating Industry Shifts 1:02:14

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sit down with Dr. Tony Stefanou for a wide-ranging and candid conversation about the future of dentistry. Our industry is rapidly evolving, and dentistry as we know it is changing by the day. Dr. Tony brings a unique perspective, combining years of clinical e…

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Ep 51: The Oral Preventive Assistant Debate: What Dental Assistants Actually Want 52:23

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I am joined by Kevin Henry, a longtime advocate, speaker, and journalist for dental assistants, as we break down the new role being introduced in dentistry, the OPA (Oral Preventive Assistant). Together, we have a real and honest conversation about what this ne…

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Nathan Adrian: From Podium to Purpose: 8 Medals Across 3 Olympics, Cancer, and Rebuilding Identity After Sport 1:58:26

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View This Week's Show Notes Start Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility Coach Join Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The Ambush What happens after you win five gold medals in the Olympics? In this episode, 5 time Olympic Gold Medalist swimmer and entrepreneur, Nathan Adrian, opens up about the pressure of elite performance, the shock of a cancer diagnosis, and wh…

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Exploring 25+ Years in Ergonomics: Insights from David Brodie 37:23

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In today’s episode, I’m joined by David Brodie, a seasoned ergonomist with decades of experience in the public sector and private consulting. We dive into how the ergonomics field has evolved over the years—and what consultants can do to stay relevant and in demand. David shares practical strategies for adapting your services, building long-term re…

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Ep 50: Dental Anesthesia: Managing Patients, Myths, and New Techniques 1:05:44

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I am joined by dental hygienist and anesthesia educator Tina Clarke to tackle questions and controversies sweeping the dental community over anesthesia. We cover everything from the new expansion of dental assistants’ roles, allowing dental assistants in some s…

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Ep 49: GLP-1 Warning Signs to Look for in Dental Patients 57:12

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Send me a message, I’d love to hear from you! In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I am joined by Tom Viola, a renowned pharmacologist and nationally recognized speaker, to dive into the world of GLP-1 medications– think Ozempic, Wegovy, and the rapidly growing black market alternatives becoming more common. Tom unpacks how these drugs work, …

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Katy Bowman & Dr. Diana Hill: Recognizing and Eliminating Barriers to Movement 1:07:48

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View This Week's Show Notes Start Your 7-Day Trial to Mobility Coach Join Our Free Weekly Newsletter: The Ambush Most people don’t struggle with movement — they struggle with the mindset around movement. In this episode, psychologist Diana Hill and biomechanist Katy Bowman break down the real reasons so many of us stay stuck in sedentary loops. It’…