The Liz Moody Podcast

The Liz Moody Podcast

The Liz Moody Podcast, hosted by bestselling author and longtime journalist Liz Moody, is a research-backed wellness podcast all about helping you live your healthiest, happiest life. Each week, Liz sits down with some of the world's best functional doctors, researchers, authors, journalists and various other leaders in their field to answer all of health and wellness questions you want to know. In a world where wellness information is everywhere, this podcast aims at cutting through the noise and finding out what actually works. Come along with Liz as she uncovers the unknown hacks, tips, and tricks you need to know for making a healthier life easier—topics include what to eat to fight disease, how to take control of your finances, tips for fighting anxiety and depression, productivity and career advice, advice for making friends as an adult, the best skincare routine elements, healthy cooking secrets, and so much more. To get even more info, head to lizmoody.com and come hang out on Instagram @lizmoody to enter giveaways!

Episodes

October 22, 2025 91 mins
What if everything you thought GLP-1s were for—was just the beginning? I sit down with Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, a board-certified endocrinologist and obesity medicine specialist with over 15 years of experience prescribing GLP-1s, to explore what these medications are really doing in the body. Whether you’re already taking Ozempic or Wegovy, considering starting, or just curious, this conversation will change how you think about me...
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If your relationships have been feeling off, whether you’re drifting from your friends, feeling distant in your relationship, or you’re just craving a deeper connection than you already have, this episode is for you. After diving into an 80-year Harvard study on happiness, I realized that the quality of our relationships is the biggest predictor of how long and how well we live. So today, I’m breaking down the smallest, most powerf...
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What if everything you believed about luck was wrong? In this perspective-shifting episode, I sit down with Dr. Christian Busch—professor at USC, researcher, and author of The Serendipity Mindset—to explore the idea that luck isn’t just something that happens to us. It’s something we can actively create. Whether you’ve felt stuck, unlucky, or just waiting for your big break, this conversation will make you rethink how you move thr...
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October 13, 2025 25 mins
If you’ve been feeling off—mentally, emotionally, or just energetically—me too. I open up about my real-life mental health struggles and what’s been going on behind the scenes.  And because this is the Liz Moody Podcast, I also share the mental health tools that are helping me navigate one of the hardest seasons I’ve experienced in a long time. No toxic positivity. No pressure to perform. Just honest support and science-backed prac...
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Did you know our metabolic and hormonal systems are deeply connected?  So many women who experience hormone imbalances, mood swings, or fertility struggles  think it's just something they have to deal with as "part of being a woman". In this groundbreaking conversation, I sit down with Dr. Piraye Yurttas Beim, PhD scientist and women’s health innovator, to unpack the science behind ovarian health, menopause myths, and the things w...
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In this “best of the podcast” episode, I’m sharing the exact 3 habits that helped me overcome anxiety, launch a creative career, and build a life that feels deeply aligned and fulfilling. Whether you're stuck in fear, battling imposter syndrome, or craving a lifestyle reset, this episode gives you the tools, mindset, and actionable strategies to live out your dreams—starting today. What You’ll Learn: Why “never say no to you...
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Why do so many women feel guilty when they rest? I sit down with Elise Loehnen—New York Times bestselling author—to unpack the deep cultural and personal reasons women over-function, over-deliver, and burn themselves out. If you've ever felt like you have to earn rest or prove your worth through constant doing, this conversation is for you. We dive into the emotional and societal roots of rest guilt—why it feels “wrong” to slow do...
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Do you open 10 tabs and forget what you were doing? You’re not alone. Our brains have been conditioned to crave distraction—thanks to tech, stress, and overstimulation. Focus isn’t just about productivity—it’s about presence, creativity, and living a life that feels like yours. In this episode, I explain how chronic stress and dopamine addiction are training your brain to self-interrupt, making it harder than ever to stay on task....
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For decades, nicotine has been synonymous with smoking and disease but recently people are claiming nicotine patches have been improving their health—so what’s the truth? In this fascinating conversation, Vanderbilt neuroscientist and psychiatrist Dr. Paul Newhouse dives into the science to reveal the surprising ways nicotine impacts the brain, from Alzheimer’s and ADHD to depression and long COVID. In this episode, we unpack: ...
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Do you believe in soulmates? I dive deep into the science to see what really makes love last and share my own love story with my husband, Zack.  I’ll walk you through the psychological concept of “destiny belief” to what the research actually says about compatibility. You’ll also hear about the “Michelangelo Effect,” the power of values alignment, and what the best predictor of relationship satisfaction is. I’ll also share two que...
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I sit down with Dr. Alok Kanojia (Dr. K), Harvard-trained psychiatrist and founder of Healthy Gamer, to explore why there’s an increase in porn addiction and why dating and relationships feel harder than ever before. We dive into exactly what’s creating these widespread mental health struggles, especially in men, and what we can and should be doing to protect ourselves, our partners, and the world at large. This episode blends neu...
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Everywhere you look online, people are calling creatine the magic supplement—promising clearer thinking, better workouts, PMS relief, and even protection against Alzheimer’s. But what does the science really say? In this “Science-Backed or Bust” Wellness Trends episode, I break down the truth about creatine at a cellular level. You’ll learn how it works in your muscles and brain, who benefits most from supplementation, and where t...
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Is creativity really just painting, writing, or dancing—or is it something far more essential to our wellbeing? In this fascinating conversation, Katina Bajaj, creative health scientist and co-founder of Daydreamers, shares why creativity is a core pillar of health—just as important as diet, sleep, and exercise. Drawing from neuroscience, psychology, and her work at Columbia University, Katina explains how simple daily creative pr...
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What if I told you that real confidence is available to all of us? That, based on the research, anyone can learn to be magnetic and unstoppable. In this episode, I get into all the data around confidence, like the "Pratt Fall Effect," and share easy ways to become more empowered and sure of yourself, like the "Menu Trick" (+ so much more). You’ll walk away with the tools to go after what you want AND become the person you want to b...
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Economist and Wharton Associate Professor Corinne Low shares the shocking data behind women’s declining happiness, the “squeeze” of modern life, and the invisible forces shaping our choices around work, marriage, and caregiving. In this episode, we unpack: Why women still do most of the housework—even when they earn more How outdated divorce laws shaped women's career decisions and financial risk The caregiving and caree...
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In this “best of the podcast” episode, I’m sharing my top 9 science-backed Microhabits—tiny, 5-minute-or-less actions that can create a massive impact on your health and happiness. I’ll break down exactly what Microhabits are, why they work, and the fascinating science behind them. These quick, easy-to-stick-to habits help rewire your brain faster, building new neural pathways that lead to a healthier, happier you. If you’re lookin...
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I’m joined by the absolutely hilarious and wise, Ashley Hesseltine and Rayna Greenberg, co‑hosts of the Girls Gotta Eat podcast – one of the best chatty, sex, romance and dating podcasts. In this episode, we answer your anonymous, juicy sex questions, plus uncover the confessions about your relationships you’ve been too scared to say out loud. With humor and heart, Ashley and Rayna bring their 7+ years of experience, to share their...
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You all LOVED my episode on the 4 happiness hacks that actually work for me, so today I’m going to share the popular, common happiness tips you’ve all likely heard before that DON’T work for me, and what I do instead to feel good day to day. And of course, we get into the science and research to back it all up. Check out the previous episodes of The Liz Moody Podcast discussed today: I’ve Tried Hundreds of Happiness Hacks—Thes...
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Did you know thyroid diseases are on the rise in this country? By popular request, I recorded the most comprehensive episode with Dr. Izabella Wentz—the leading thyroid expert who has helped thousands of people feel better, even when nothing else worked. If you’ve been diagnosed with a thyroid condition (like Hashimoto's, Graves', or Hypothyroidism) and want to feel better, or if you simply want to do everything you can to prevent...
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Do you feel like weddings have gotten out of hand lately? Today I dive into why I think weddings have become increasingly lavish and expensive, my controversial opinions on wedding culture today, and what we can all do about it. Plus, I share opinions from over 1000 responses I received on Instagram from your wedding hot takes–answering what you thought was a waste of money at your wedding, what you thought was an amazing use of mo...
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