Gutsy Chick Podcast
You’re a high-performing woman—an athlete, an executive, or a leader in your field. But what happens when an injury, illness, or life-altering challenge knocks you off your game? Gutsy Chick Podcast is here to inspire and educate, sharing real stories of resilience from female athletes and high achievers who’ve faced setbacks and found a way forward. Hosted by Amanda Smith, this show brings you expert insights on sports recovery, holistic healing, and mental toughness—alongside real stories from women who’ve navigated game-changing challenges and emerged stronger. Whether you’re overcoming an injury, rethinking your career, or looking for the edge to sustain high performance, Gutsy Chick Podcast will give you the tools and inspiration to rise again. Find more from Amanda at BodyWhisperHealing.com
Episodes
This week on The Gutsy Chick Podcast, Amanda unpacks the real history of Thanksgiving — from the 1621 Wampanoag–colonist feast to the presidents who turned it into a national ritual of unity.
Discover how the holiday’s meaning shifted from survival to myth, from prayer to consumerism — and how we can reclaim gratitude as truth-telling medicine today.
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Feeling grateful shouldn’t feel like a chore.
In this episode, Amanda shares how gratitude transforms your biology—boosting immunity, balancing hormones, and calming your stress response in seconds.
You’ll learn her “3-Second Gratitude Reset,” plus easy ways to weave gratitude into daily life:
✨ Use gratitude instead of apologizing
🧂 Add Hawaiian Salt Ceremonies to nourish your body and energy
🌿 Find ca...
In this episode of the Gutsy Chick Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Robert Kane to talk about one of the most misunderstood tools in women’s health: thermography. Together, we explore how this technology works, its origins, and how it works with other breast screening methods like mammography and ultrasound.
We also talk about the importance of working with a qualified thermography provider, how to interpret your results,...
This week, I'm exploring the disconnection caused by the Gregorian calendar and advocating for a return to natural rhythms, particularly through the lens of lunar cycles. We'll delve into how ancient cultures measured time in relation to nature, emphasizing the importance of emotional fluidity and renewal. We'll also discuss the significance of the Apache New Year and the Otter Full Moon, so you can rec...
In this episode of the Gutsy Chick podcast, I’m diving into the mystery of the veil—the energetic space between the seen and unseen worlds. As we move through the seasonal shift around Halloween, when that veil naturally thins, I’ll share what’s really happening on both a biological and spiritual level. You’ll learn the difference between ghosts, spirits, angels, and ancestors, and how to connect safely and intentiona...
Feeling burnt out, restless, or like your energy just won’t stabilize as the seasons change?
You’re not broken — you’re in sync.
In this solo episode, we’ll explore how your body acts as a cosmic antenna, tuning into both seasonal shifts and solar energy — and how you can ground yourself through it all.
You’ll learn:
🌿 The Ayurvedic science behind why fall and spring often trigger burnout
☀️ How solar flares and geo...
In this episode of the Gutsy Chick podcast, I’m unpacking the truth about channeling—what it is, how it shows up in your healing, and why it’s not as “woo” as you might think. From my journey as a NASA engineer to becoming a medical intuitive, I’m sharing how channeling the mind, body, spirit, and emotions became the key to understanding chronic symptoms and unseen blocks. If your body’s been trying to tell you someth...
Ready to talk healing, purpose, and the real reasons sex, death, and money make us squirm?
In this episode of the Gutsy Chick podcast, I’m joined by the brilliant Marie-Elizabeth Mali—relationship alchemist, coach, and taboo-breaker extraordinaire. We’re diving deep into the wild intersections of healing work, self-discovery, and the three topics most people avoid (but secretly crave more clarity around).
If you’ve ev...
In this episode of the Gutsy Chick podcast, we’re getting a little woo and a little science-y as I dive into the hidden messages behind your physical symptoms. From back pain to migraines to gut issues, what if your body is actually trying to tell you something?
If you’ve been treating symptoms but still not getting answers, this episode is your gentle nudge to look beyond the physical and reconnect with the wisdom y...
This week on the Gutsy Chick podcast, I’m sitting down with the incredible Simon Luthi—aka the Rocket Shaman—for a conversation that’s part Wall Street unraveling, part soul-level awakening. After surviving three near-death experiences and a cancer diagnosis, Simon traded high-powered strategy for healing work that actually transforms.
If you’ve ever felt like the “success” game was costing you your health or your so...
In this episode of the Gutsy Chick podcast, we’re diving into the cosmic chaos of September 2025—solar flares, moon phases, and how it’s all messing with (or waking up) your body. I’m sharing what the forecasts are saying, how to prep your system, and why salt baths and breathwork might just be your new best friends.
If you’ve felt “off” lately and can’t explain why, this is your invite to ground down, tune in, and wo...
This week on the Gutsy Chick podcast, I’m joined by ceremonialist and wisdom-keeper Maria Yraceburu—and we’re diving deep into the ancient Earth teachings that modern life forgot. From the truth about lunar cycles and water’s role in your wellbeing, to why ritual isn’t just “woo”—it’s survival—we’re reconnecting to the rhythms that have always guided us.
This one’s soulful, grounded, and full of truth bombs you didn’...
In this episode of the Gutsy Chick podcast, we’re diving into the cosmic connection between space weather, lunar phases, and how it all impacts your body, mind, and mood. I’m talking solar storms, Schumann resonance, and why some of us feel everything—from full moons to geomagnetic shifts. We’ll explore what it means to be a “somatinaut” (yep, that might be you), and how to work with these energetic changes instead of...
This week on the Gutsy Chick podcast, Aimee Gallo is back for round three—and we’re going full MythBusters on the nutrition advice we’ve all been fed for decades. From the truth about salt, eggs, and dairy to why the food pyramid was basically a marketing campaign disguised as science, we’re pulling back the curtain on what really supports your health (and what’s just industry BS).
Let’s cut through the nois...
In this episode of the Gutsy Chick podcast, I’m joined by the brilliant and joy-filled Edie Hoppen—a holistic health coach, gardening enthusiast, and the creative force behind the Meno Monster Quiz—for a refreshingly fun take on menopause, food, and midlife wellness. We talk about why your old health habits might not be working anymore, how to stop obsessing over the belly bloat, and how oxytocin (a.k.a. your feel-goo...
In this episode, we dive into the world of oxytocin, the hormone that fosters connection, trust, and emotional safety. Discover how oxytocin interacts with other hormones like cortisol, dopamine, serotonin, and endorphins, and learn practical ways to boost your oxytocin levels for a healthier, more connected life.
In this episode:
00:00: Introduction to the Three Essays series and the focus on oxytocin.
02:01 Unders...
In this episode of the Gutsy Chick podcast, I’m joined by the brillant Leslie Chen for a real talk on food, freedom, and the stories we carry about our bodies. We’re unpacking the deep connection between how we’re raised, what we believe about health, and how that shapes our choices around food—especially sugar, weight, and what it really means to feel nourished.
If you’ve ever felt trapped in guilt, shame, or confusi...
In this episode of the Gutsy Chick podcast, we’re diving into the powerful connection between blood sugar, brain fog, and what some experts are now calling type 3 diabetes. I’m breaking down how insulin resistance shows up in the brain, what it means for memory and mood, and why women are especially at risk.
If you’ve ever felt off mentally or worry about your family history of diabetes or dementia, this is your gutsy...
This week on the Gutsy Chick podcast, I’ve got Aimee Gallo back and we’re getting real about insulin, diabetes, and how our food system is basically setting us up to fail. We’re breaking down why blood sugar issues are way more than a willpower problem (spoiler: it’s not your fault), the sneaky ways processed foods mess with your body, and the truth about Ozempic that no one’s telling you.
So if you’re ready to cut t...
In this episode of the Gutsy Chick podcast, we’re diving into the powerful connection between stress, sugar, and long-term health—and why understanding it can change everything. I’m sharing how they impact your energy, mood, metabolism, and more and we’ll unpack the different types of sugar (yes, it’s not all the same), the silent signs of insulin resistance, and the growing link between blood sugar and cognitive decl...
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