Is cognitive decline an inevitable part of aging? Not according to renowned neurologist and bestselling author Dr. Dale Bredesen. In this week’s episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi sits down with Dr. Bredesen to talk about his latest book, The Ageless Brain, and how his groundbreaking work is changing the conversation around Alzheimer’s prevention, brain span, and the power of lifestyle medicine.Show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/dale-bredesen-138/

What happens when an Olympic champion faces life’s hardest loss—and uses that pain to help others heal? In this episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi sits down with FMCA graduate Kate Slatter, a gold medalist turned functional medicine health coach, to talk about grief, resilience, and how coaching became her way forward.Show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/kate-slatter-137/

Why do so many women struggle with food—and why does dieting often make it worse? In this week’s episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes Lydia Knight, founder of The She Center and an expert in helping women end disordered eating. Together, they explore how our relationships with food are shaped by thought patterns, not willpower, and how healing begins when we ditch the shame and break the cycle. Full show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/lydia-knight-136/

What does it look like when health coaches are fully integrated into a medical practice—not just as support staff, but as central figures in the care team? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi sits down with Dr. Jason Shumard and Tierni Eaton to explore how their practice is redefining functional medicine through true practitioner-coach collaboration. Together, they share how their remote model combines one-on-one and group coaching to create powerful, personalized outcomes for patients managing chronic disease.

Show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/tierni-eaton-jason-shumard-135/

What if you could tailor your wellness approach to match your DNA? In this episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi sits down with Heather Morgan, CEO of NBX Wellness, to discuss the exciting future of personalized, genetics-based wellness—and how health coaches are perfectly positioned to lead the charge. With her background in health coaching and nutraceuticals, Heather brings a unique perspective to the evolving role of genomics and epigenetics in functional wellness.

Show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/heather-morgan-134/

Do you freeze up at the thought of public speaking? Whether it’s on stage, over Zoom, or at a community event, getting your message across clearly and confidently can be one of the most valuable skills a health coach develops. In this episode of Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes Joel Weldon—Hall of Fame professional speaker and creator of the Ultimate Speaking System—to share practical strategies for becoming a more effective communicator, even if you think you’re “not a speaker.”Full show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/joel-weldon-133/

What if your routine blood test held the key to understanding your future health? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes David Vogel—renowned data scientist, entrepreneur, and longevity researcher—for a compelling conversation about how data can transform our approach to health, prevention, and personalized care.Show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/david-vogel-132/

What happens when a physician reclaims her health—and purpose—through functional medicine and faith? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi sits down with Dr. Tabatha Barber, a triple board-certified OB-GYN turned functional medicine doctor and coach, to discuss the powerful connection between gut health, hormone balance, spirituality, and soul healing.Show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/tabatha-barber-131/