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This book turned Vic into a self-proclaimed mini OBGYN, so today she is joined by the woman behind it: Toni Weschler. Toni is the author of the groundbreaking book Taking Charge of Your Fertility, the guide Vic thinks should be required reading for every woman. In this episode, Victoria sits down with the renowned public health educator and fertility expert to break down menstrual cycles, fertility awareness, and why understanding your body is empowering whether you want kids someday or never. Toni explains how to identify your fertile window, what cervical mucus and other body signals really mean, and why so many of us grow up without the most basic education about our own reproductive health. From natural birth control to trying to conceive to simply understanding your body better, this conversation is a crash course in fertility literacy every person with a period deserves.

Get Women’s Health Resources:
Read: Taking Charge of Your Fertility by Toni Weschler
Read: Cycle Savvy (read online version)
Read: Period Repair Manual: Natural Treatment for Better Hormones and Better Periods
Get the  Cyclisity app: cyclisity.com

Shop Booked & Balanced (restocked + an all-new limited edition color “Bloom” and two matching pencil cases!): victoriagarrickbrowne.com

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Vic and Max are back from their 2.5 week sprinter van trip, and this recap is about way more than campgrounds and road snacks. Victoria shares what the trip taught her about letting go of control, trusting detours, and creating space to actually hear her inner voice again. She opens up about the journaling prompt that led to a major breakthrough, why the unplanned parts of the trip ended up being the most magical, and how the whole experience felt like the closing of one chapter and the beginning of another. Plus, Vic and Max reflect on getting older, navigating life transitions, and why this trip gave them both a deeper sense of clarity about what they want next. Tune in for a thoughtful, funny, and unexpectedly emotional road trip recap!

Related Episode:
Vic & Max Are Living in a Sprinter Van for a 2.5 Week Road Trip!

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Savannah Louie, the winner of Survivor 49 and season 50 competitor, joins Victoria to unpack what it really takes to make it through one of the most intense experiences on television. As fellow super fans, Victoria and Savannah dive into the reality of playing the game, from strategy and Tribal Council decisions to what it’s actually like having cameras on you 24/7 while filming. Savannah also opens up for the first time about something viewers rarely hear about: how the extreme conditions of the show affected her body image and relationship with food after the game. She shares her experience rebuilding trust with herself through intuitive eating and what that healing process looked like beyond Survivor. Tune in for a candid conversation about the psychology of the game, life after reality TV, and the personal challenges that come with one of the most intense shows on television!

Follow Savannah on Instagram: @sahhvz

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LMNT: LMNT is offering a free sample pack with any purchase, that’s 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. This is a great way to try all 8 flavors or share LMNT with a friend. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/realpod.

Premier Protein: Find your favorite flavor at premierprotein.com or at Amazon, Walmart, and other major retailers.

Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

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Plastic surgeon, Dr. Christian Subbio, is back for a thought-provoking conversation about the real cost of plastic surgery and the unrealistic beauty standards we see on social media. Victoria and Dr. Subbio get into the truth behind celebrity transformations involving Kris Jenner, Bradley Cooper, Bella Hadid, and more, while unpacking the biggest beauty trends right now: reversed procedures, what people get wrong about injectables, and the shift back to a more natural look. He also shares his biggest piece of advice for young women curious about plastic surgery and the deeper truth underneath it all: changing your face or body will not automatically fix insecurity. Tune in for a nuanced conversation on self-acceptance, transparency in the beauty industry, and what to know before pursuing plastic surgery.

Related Episode:
Celebrity Plastic Surgery Secrets Revealed, The Rise Of The “BBL,” & How The Beauty Standard is Unattainable Even Under The Knife with Dr. Christian Subbio

Connect with Dr. Subbio:
Website: drsubbio.com
Instagram: @dr.subbio

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Your favorite marathon runner and internet BFF, Brett Chody aka @brettsbites, is here! In this episode, Victoria sits down with Brett to talk about her transition from college grad to full-time influencer, what people get wrong about her journey online, and how she’s handled the challenges that come with growing a platform. Brett opens up about the body image and food struggles she faced as a competitive runner, what helped her heal her relationship with food, and why creating content for her younger self matters so much to her now. They also get into navigating life as a creator with famous friends like her bestie, Jake Shane, creating better boundaries around social media, and her best tips for anyone looking to start running. Tune in for a fun, honest conversation about career growth, healing old patterns, and figuring out what feels right in your 20s!

Follow Brett on social media: @brettsbites

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