Think your gut issues are “normal”? Think again. In this powerful and eye-opening episode of What the Nell!?, gut health expert Julia Loggins shares how she turned her own near-death experience into a 40+ year career helping others heal from chronic illness, autoimmune disease, and inflammation—starting with the gut.

From colon therapy and the real meaning of constipation to the dangers of trendy diets (hello, processed veganism and kombucha!), Julia exposes the root causes of bloat, brain fog, depression, and more—and reveals how you can start healing your gut today with practical, doable steps.

Whether you’re struggling with bloating, fatigue, hormone imbalance, or anxiety, Julia’s no-BS approach to detox, digestion, and whole-body health is the wake-up call your gut’s been begging for.

Chapters:

00:00 Intro

00:28 Meet Julia Loggins: Gut Health Expert

01:39 Julia's Personal Health Journey

04:16 The Rise of Gut Health Awareness

08:58 Identifying Gut Health Issues

16:11 The Importance of Digestive Enzymes

19:32 Fasting and Detox Protocols

24:40 The Vegan Diet Debate

28:59 Digestive Issues and Protein Sources

29:39 Debunking Probiotic Myths

30:34 The Truth About Colon Cleansing

35:42 The Impact of Alcohol on Gut Health

41:46 Lifestyle Tips for Better Gut Health

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Julia is a gut health coach and colon Therapist of over 40 years. She saved her own life and has helped thousands of others heal from inflammatory issues, autoimmune disease, and chronic illness. She has written three books and created a unique line of digestive health supplements for people with sensitive bellies! Her clinic, in Santa Barbara, California, welcomes clients daily from 9 to 90!

Website: https://daretodetoxify.com

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The holidays don’t have to come at the planet’s expense. From zero-waste gift wrap to solar-powered lights and sustainable Halloween candy, this episode is your eco-holiday survival guide.

In this spirited episode of The Ecopreneur’s Edge edition of the What The Nell Podcast, Nell and co-host Mikee break down practical, fun, and surprisingly chic ways to celebrate the holidays sustainably. Whether you're prepping for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or Christmas, they share creative swaps and mindset shifts that make a big impact, from locally-sourced food to upcycled decorations and thoughtful gifting alternatives. This is your sustainability hack to not be perfect, but to take one simple step toward a greener holiday season.

Chapters:

00:00 – Intro + Eyebrows, Birthdays & October Vibes

01:38 – Intro to Sustainable Holiday Seasoning

02:18 – The Problem With Holiday Decor (and What to Do Instead)

04:37 – Statement Pieces, Reusables, and Solar-Powered Decor

06:00 – DIY Natural Decor: Pinecones, Pines, and Scents

08:32 – Safe Aromatherapy + Childhood Nostalgia

09:32 – Real vs. Artificial Christmas Trees: What’s Actually Sustainable?

12:49 – The Caveats of Allergies and Reclaimed Artificial Trees

14:19 – LED Lights & Solar Solutions for Holiday Sparkle

15:12 – The Pressure of Gift Giving & Mental Sustainability

16:49 – Experiences Over Stuff: Gift Giving Redefined

19:15 – What About Kids and Big Families?

21:53 – The Waste of 40 Gifts + Wrapping with Purpose

23:17 – Paper Bag Wrap, Pinecone Bows & Chic Minimalism

24:09 – Using Old T-Shirts as Gift Wrap

25:05 – Holiday Food: Local, Organic & Mindful Meals

27:04 – Supporting Local Farms for Thanksgiving

27:32 – Apple Picking, Homemade Pies & Seasonal Menus

30:19 – Halloween Candy & The Processed Food Battle

33:35 – A Real Talk Moment About Candy Moderation

36:40 – Halloween Costumes: Handmade, Reused & Recycled

38:46 – DIY Costume Ideas & Multi-Use Wardrobe Wins

39:49 – Final Thoughts: Why 1% Better Is Enough

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Are you obsessing over traffic while your website silently kills conversions?

In this no-fluff conversation, e-commerce optimization expert Matthew Stafford joins Nell on this episode of the What the Nell!? Podcast to expose the data mistakes that are draining your revenue — and the simple changes that can flip your results fast. With 30+ years of experience and hundreds of 7- and 8-figure store successes behind him, Matthew breaks down why clean data is non-negotiable, how to turn customer behavior into better UX, and what most store owners are getting completely wrong.

From site speed killers to AI-powered customer insights, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to optimize for profit before pouring more money into ads. If you're ready to stop guessing and start scaling, this is the episode for you.

Connect with Matthew:

Matthew Stafford is a serial entrepreneur and the Managing Partner of Build Grow Scale, where he helps ecommerce brands optimize for profit and scale sustainably. With over 30 years of business experience spanning concrete, salons, digital products, and ecommerce. Matthew has personally helped hundreds of stores surpass the 7- and 8-figure mark. He’s known for his data-driven approach to website optimization, his no-fluff teaching style, and for founding BGS Live, once the largest ecommerce event in North America.

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Ready to optimize your store and scale profitably?

Book a Discovery call with Matthew’s team: https://buildgrowscale.com/book-a-call

Whether you're stuck at six figures or ready to push past eight, the BGS team will show you exactly where your store is leaking revenue and how to fix it.

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What does sustainability really look like behind the scenes? In this unfiltered Q&A episode, Nell and Mikee sit down with returning guest and local photographer Kelly Johnson — but this time, she’s asking the questions.

With zero prep and no clue what’s coming, Nell and Mikee are put on the spot about everything from compost habits and guilty pleasures to AI in creative industries and their unexpected eco “superpowers.” From compost piles and solar panels to lipstick and water waste, this episode is packed with honest reflections, laughs, and a fresh take on sustainable living.

Plus, don’t miss the rapid-fire sustainability showdown (spoiler: someone’s not giving up lip balm anytime soon) and Kelly’s surprising sustainability swap that's both nostalgic and impactful.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by eco-conscious living, this episode reminds you: it doesn’t have to be perfect — just intentional.

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Website: https://www.kellyjohnsonphotog.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kellyjohnsonphotog

IG: https://www.instagram.com/kellyjohnsonphotog/

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What if looking sharp didn’t mean shopping or doing laundry ever again? In this inspiring episode, Nell sits down with Anya Cheng — former Meta, eBay, and McDonald’s tech exec turned founder of Taelor, an AI-powered menswear rental startup shaking up fashion, sustainability, and the way we show up in life. From sleeping on couches to landing meetings with CEOs, Anya’s entrepreneurial journey is as bold as her mission: to help busy men look good without the hassle. Packed with real talk on AI, burnout, and building with purpose — this one’s not just for founders, it's for anyone chasing impact with style.

Timestamps:

00:53 – Anya's mission: Helping men look good with AI styling

01:59 – Her wild journey into tech from Taiwan to the U.S.

03:50 – Creating her first product role without knowing what “contractor” meant

05:45 – Why she started a menswear company — and why it's personal

07:58 – The big aha moment about fashion for people who don’t love fashion

10:05 – How Taelor uses AI to style busy men

12:32 – Breaking myths about AI in consumer products

16:03 – Lessons from Meta, eBay & Target applied to startups

20:52 – Growing a startup with no marketing budget

24:25 – Advice for non-tech founders on integrating technology

29:05 – Why Taelor is not expanding to women’s fashion — and what they’re doing instead

30:49 – Burnout & mindset: How Anya stays grounded as a founder

33:24 – Defining success: One outfit, one person, one goal at a time

36:00 – The real story behind a champagne-in-business-class photo

43:14 – How to try Taelor + exclusive discount for listeners

Connect with Anya:

Anya Cheng is the Founder and CEO of Taelor, a leading men's clothing subscription service that provides personal styling and curated rentals, powered by expert stylists and AI. A Girls in Tech 40 Under 40 honoree, she previously led eCommerce and digital innovation teams at Meta, eBay, Target, and McDonald's.

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"We're not pushing for perfection — we're pushing for progress."

This episode of What The Nell, The EcoPreneur's Edge, gets personal and practical with guest Coley Klinepeter, a mother of two who recently made a bold leap from career to full-time parenting. Hosts Nell and Mikee dive deep into the real-life challenges of sustainability in the home — from meal prepping and clean living to the pressures of judgment on social media and the mental load of trying to do it all.

Coley opens up about her health journey, the shift in her family’s dynamics, and the emotional side of choosing sustainability without losing your mind — or your scent nostalgia. It's an unfiltered, empowering conversation for every parent (or future parent) who's ever asked: “Am I doing enough?”

Whether you’re juggling work and kids or trying to figure out which clean products are actually worth it, this episode offers relatable advice, candid moments, and sustainable wisdom without the pressure.

Chapters:

02:01 – Coley’s motherhood journey and why she left her career to stay at home

04:46 – Health, fitness, and body image after pregnancy

06:08 – “I’m not perfect” – the pressure of being ‘clean’ all the time

07:17 – Cheat meals, balance, and realistic healthy living

08:38 – Social media judgment in parenting and screen time choices

10:34 – The shift in sustainable habits after becoming a stay-at-home mom

14:33 – Physical health as the foundation of life sustainability

16:26 – Coley's biggest sustainability challenge with her kids

18:08 – Clean products vs. affordability and decision fatigue

20:00 – Non-negotiables in clean living: laundry, shampoo, home safety

22:15 – Sustainability vs. practicality in professional settings

23:37 – Pet peeves: lack of availability, product performance, and nostalgia

26:52 – Scent, memory, and the hidden toxicity of fragrances

30:50 – Fragrance transparency and making mindful product choices

31:51 – Final thoughts: consistency over perfection in sustainable parenting

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Feeling like you're drowning in your to-do list? You're not alone.

In this deeply personal solo episode of What The Nell, Nell opens up about the chaos of overbooked schedules, unexpected team changes, and the emotional toll of balancing business and life. From the pressure to "do it all" to the struggle of asking for help, Nell walks you through the raw reality of overwhelm and how she's navigating it in real time.

She doesn’t just vent, she gives you 7 practical, actionable tips to take back control and breathe again. Whether you’re a business owner, side hustler, content creator, or just trying to stay afloat, this episode will feel like a conversation with a friend who gets it.

Take a deep breath...this one's for you.

01:20 – Feeling the weight of the season + business life

03:30 – The travel trap: Overbooking and burnout

06:10 – When your team changes unexpectedly

08:00 – Reframing overwhelm as a “good problem”

09:45 – The wake-up moment

10:30 – Tip #1: Break it down

12:00 – Tip #2: Prioritize your day

13:10 – Tip #3: Time-block your schedule

14:10 – Tip #4: Step away and reset

15:30 – Tip #5: Declutter your mind and space

16:50 – Tip #6: Ask for help (even when it’s hard)

19:30 – Tip #7: Practice saying no

21:20 – Bonus Tip: Listen to your body

23:10 – Wrap-up: You're not incapable—just overwhelmed

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Can cryptocurrency become the future of money and stay eco-friendly? Nell and Mikey dig into Bitcoin mining, blockchain tech, and the shocking environmental costs, plus the innovations that might save the planet.

In this EcoPreneur's Edge edition of What the Nell Podcast, Nell and Mikee tackle one of today’s most hyped, and misunderstood, topics: cryptocurrency. From Bitcoin basics to blockchain breakthroughs, they unravel what crypto actually is, how mining works, and why it guzzles so much energy and water.

Mikee sheds light on the environmental toll of mining operations (think “small country” levels of power consumption) and the role AI plays in crypto’s future, for better and worse. They explore whether nuclear and renewable energy could make digital currency sustainable, why blockchain’s proof-of-ownership power matters, and whether crypto could become not just Earth’s currency, but the solar system’s.

Chapters:

02:45 – Nell’s “outsider” view of cryptocurrency

04:10 – What cryptocurrency really is

06:00 – Blockchain explained (without the jargon)

08:15 – Bitcoin mining’s environmental impact

10:05 – Energy use compared to small countries

12:00 – Why we’re at a critical tech-environment crossroads

13:45 – EMF, technology, and long-term health questions

17:00 – The environmental factors we can and can’t control

19:10 – Good things crypto & AI could bring to sustainability

22:00 – Could crypto become a global—or galactic—currency?

24:15 – Blockchain, NFTs, and proof of ownership

CONNECT WITH MIKEE: https://linktr.ee/Metromikee?fbclid=IwY2xjawElovdleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHai92-qRTCtEdJoMFbygQS9wCZFwucuhEP-f8N6l8yBGp5GvPwt66f1T_A_aem_djwcfRMBzKyHAU9Xt6Bnug

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