Busy Body
Business & Finance
About
Busy Body is about being alive and having a body. Every episode I’ll be discussing life and how it affects our bodies with my guests! Our topics range from climate change to top surgery, from Ozempic to Menopause. Busy Body is hosted by Brooklyn Strength Studio founder Cadence Dubus. Brooklyn Strength is a fully virtual Studio! Take class with Cadence live virtually, connect and continue to engage with your body at Brooklynstrength.com!The second season of Busy Body was co hosted by Jess Testa, the very first season was co-hosted by Francesca Papparone. cadencedubusbrooklynstrength.substack.com
Episodes
- The Art of Grief with Author, Susanna Crossman
This episode features author Susanna Crossman, who discusses her new book, "The Orange Notebooks." The conversation explores processing grief and love, and finding space for these experiences.
- Gently Strongly Suggested Nutrition, with Intuitive Eating Coach Dr. Jenn Huber RD
Dr. Jenn Huber and Busy Body discuss nutritional guidelines for menopause and perimenopause. They address hormonal changes, body fat adjustments, and the experience of bodily aging.
- Accessible Alchemy with Professional Witch, Sarah Potter
Sarah Potter, a professional witch, discusses accessible alchemy and topics often described as "woo woo." The episode explores aspects of life that are less explainable and includes a live tarot reading.
- Honoring Your ABC's with professional runner, author, Lauren Fleshman
Lauren Fleshman, a professional runner and author, joins the Busy Body podcast. This episode focuses on topics such as running, women in sports, and the various pressures associated with athletics.
- Genes, Junk and GLPs; feeding our bodies with journalist and the co-author of Food Intelligence, Julia Belluz
Julia Belluz, co-author of Food Intelligence, is featured on the Busy Body podcast. The conversation covers topics such as food environments, supplements, and perspectives on obesity, fat bodies, and health.
- Joy as integral to resistance and revolution
This episode of Busy Body features a conversation with Chrissy King. They discuss the commercialization of Body Positivity, the importance of Joy in healing body image, and recent celebrity weight-loss stories.
- The Subtle Signs of Physical Over-Extension
This episode of Busy Body discusses Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDS). It covers what REDS is and how it can affect both athletes and the average fitness enthusiast.
- Patience Becomes Trust
This episode of Busy Body features Coach Rachel discussing the importance of patience and trusting one's body in running, rather than focusing solely on metrics. The conversation covers personal running journeys, including Rachel's experie…
- Our Body Our Self with writer, author Mikala Jamison Pt. 2
In this episode, Mikala Jamison discusses the impact of societal trends on self-perception and the journey towards embracing bodies without judgment. The conversation emphasizes the importance of curiosity over criticism in relation to bod…
- Our body Our Self with writer, author Mikala Jamison
Mikala Jamison, author of "Body Type" and "The Forever Project," discusses body image, societal pressures, and how to approach fitness without focusing on metrics. The conversation also explores the concept of bodies being policed by socie…
- Snacks or the System with Nutritionist, Author and Writer Laura Thomas PhD
This episode features nutritionist and author Laura Thomas PhD. The discussion covers societal and cultural influences on food choices, with a focus on ultra-processed foods and their implications. Other topics include the role of mothers…
- Mad Haters; Adventures in Wellness-Land with writer, author Cecile Simmons
Cecile Simmons discusses the relationship between wellness, misinformation, disinformation, and politics, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach to health. The episode explores how societal pressures and political influence shape wel…
- Started at the Top Now We’re Here with Model, Author, Actor and Advocate, Sarah Hartshorne
Sarah Hartshorne, a model, author, actor, and advocate, shares her experiences on America's Next Top Model and her career in plus-size modeling. She discusses the impact of objectification on self-perception and the manipulative nature of…
- Ghosts and Living: Eating Disorders as a Cultural Illness not Individual Sickness with Writer, Emmeline Clein
Emmeline Clein discusses eating disorders as a cultural illness, not individual sickness. The conversation explores cultural perceptions of anorexia and bulimia, the impact of diagnosis on identity, and the importance of pleasure and vital…
- Community Health; Revolutionizing Aesthetic Practices with Educator and Small Business Salon Owner Uncle Nat
Uncle Nat, an educator and salon owner, discusses revolutionizing aesthetic practices and the importance of community in creating safe spaces. The conversation covers the complexities of running a small business while maintaining a commitm…
- Nourish Yourself Pt. 2
In Nourish Yourself Pt. 2, Christina Chaey joins Busy Body to discuss the Nourish Yourself coaching program, addressing listener questions and anxieties about food preparation, shopping, cooking, and eating. The episode focuses on empoweri…
- What does Healthy even mean?
This episode of Busy Body features a discussion with size-inclusive Doctor Gordon, covering topics such as the necessity of weighing patients, GLP agonists like Ozempic, and the challenges patients face in building trusting relationships w…
- Fat is a description not a disease with writer, author, activist Ragen Chastain
Host of Busy Body interviews Ragen Chastain, discussing the classification of fatness as a disease, inclusivity in athletics, and weight stigma. Chastain is a writer, author, and activist focusing on these topics.
- Nourish Yourself
This episode features guest chef Christina Chaey discussing the 'Nourish Yourself' coaching program. They address listener questions about balanced eating, handling external diet talk, and the program's focus on intuitive eating and self-e…
- What if anyone can be a Runner
Run Coach Rachel Spurrier joins the Busy Body podcast to discuss and debunk common myths about being a runner. The episode covers topics like running 'form' and the meaning of an 'all-levels' run club, with information on coaching programs…
- Home is Where We Start
The host shares a personal conversation with Susanna about Susanna's memoir. They discuss Susanna's childhood experiences growing up in a Utopian experiment in the UK, contrasting it with the host's own childhood experiences. The episode e…
- MORE PLEASE on memoir, growing up and being young with Author and journalist Emma Specter
In this episode of Busy Body, host Cadence Dubus talks with author and journalist Emma Specter about her memoir, "More, Please." The discussion covers Specter's experiences with addiction, self-harm, and her coming-of-age journey, offering…
- Done That, Choosing Not To
This episode of Busy Body features actor, writer, and yoga teacher Alex Auder. They discuss their beginnings in the movement world, childhood upbringings, and practicing yoga in the context of "Me-too" allegations against yoga teachers. Th…
- Lift. Laugh. (self) Love. With Chef and Author Julia Turshen
In this episode of Busy Body, host Cadence DuBus discusses strength training and powerlifting with chef and author Julia Turshen. Turshen shares insights from her essay "Built For This: The Quiet Strength of Powerlifting," exploring themes…
- Robe (s) Against the Machine with Activist and Entrepreneur Marina Hayes, Founder of Peridot Robes
Busy Body features an interview with Marina Hayes, founder of Peridot Robes, a fat-femme owned company creating inclusive clothing for sizes 14-40. The episode discusses the brand's origins, its mission of "proud fat supremacists," and add…
- Shrink it and Pink it, understanding sex inequality in Sports and Athletics with Author, Christine Yu
Host interviews author Christine Yu about her book "Up To Speed," exploring sex inequality in sports and the science behind women athletes. The discussion includes surprising facts, like bicycle seat designs adapting to female anatomy.
- Swimsuit subversion with Martha Hudson of Luv Martha
Martha Hudson of Luv Martha Swim discusses her size and gender-inclusive custom bikinis and swimwear, focusing on activism, slow fashion, and self-expression.
- The Strait Jacket of Fat Phobia with Author Kate Manne
This episode features a conversation with author Kate Manne, discussing her book and the topic of fat phobia.
- Financially Fit with Financial Gym Founder Shannon Mclay Pt 2
This episode features the second part of a conversation with Shannon Mclay, founder of Financial Gym. It explores the interconnectedness of financial struggles with issues related to food and body image, highlighting FinGym's mission to of…
- Financially Fit with Financial Gym Founder Shannon Mclay Pt 1
This episode features Shannon McLay, founder and CEO of Financial Gym, discussing the company's unique approach to helping individuals achieve 'financial fitness.' The conversation emphasizes the interconnectedness of financial and physica…
- Creative Fitness with Writer (and my half-brother), Andre Dubus III
Host Cadence interviews her half-brother, writer Andre Dubus III, about his personal experiences with fitness, creativity, and self-expression. The conversation touches on their differing perspectives on health and wellness.
- How we dress and who we dress for with ’Stylist for Regular People’ Sophie Strauss Pt 2
In this episode of Busy Body, host Cadence talks with stylist Sophie Strauss about fitness clothing. This is the second part of their conversation, focusing on personal style choices in athletic wear.
- How we dress and who we dress for with ’Stylist for Regular People’ Sophie Strauss Pt 1
Sophie Strauss, a stylist for regular people, joins the show to discuss how our clothing choices are linked to how we perceive our bodies. The conversation explores the concept of 'flattering' attire. This is the first part of a two-part i…
- Teaching through Legacy with Maria Earle
Maria Earle, a Pilates teacher and studio owner living near Barcelona, discusses the legacy of her teacher, Kathy Grant, who was a direct student of Joseph Pilates and the first Black female teacher in the Pilates lineage.
- The Shape of our Body is Movement with guest Robbie Cook
This episode features a conversation with Robbie Cook, a dancer, Pilates and Yoga Teacher, and professor. The discussion covers movement, aging bodies, and pushing back against the fitness industry's emphasis on metrics and measurement.
- Menopause with Somatic Healer and Teacher Jennifer Sokolov
Jennifer Sokolov joins the podcast to discuss menopause, offering a perspective shift from viewing it as a problem to seeing it as a 'portal.' The conversation touches on re-committing to one's body and mind, and explores therapeutic optio…
- Authentic Joy with Social Media Influencer Michelle Osbourne Aka Uncomfortable Bliss
Michelle Osbourne, also known as Uncomfortable Bliss, shares her journey to creating an authentic life and explains the meaning behind her brand. The discussion on Busy Body covers the emotional intelligence needed to maintain joy.
- All Bodies Are Running Bodies with Virtual Run Club Co-Host Rachel Spurrier
In this episode, host speaks with inclusive Running Coach Rachel Spurrier about running, supporting 'slow' runners, maintaining consistency, and adopting a broader perspective on running history.
- Nourish Yourself with food and recipe writer Christina Chaey
Food and recipe writer Christina Chaey joins the podcast to discuss her journey into food, her involvement in the Nourish Yourself program, and how her relationship with her body and food has evolved.
- A Q&A with Cadence and food writer Christina Chaey
This episode features a Q&A between Cadence and food writer Christina Chaey about their Nourish Yourself program. They discuss the program's components, including pantry prep, recipes, virtual sessions, and self-paced workshops focused on…
- Part 2. Pathways for Change and Embodiment with Moriah Simmons
This episode, Part 2 with Moriah Simmons, features three guided meditations aimed at achieving peace. It follows a discussion on neuroplasticity and healing from Part 1.
- Part 1. Pathways for Change and Embodiment with Moriah Simmons
This episode features a conversation with healer Moriah Simmons about psycho-energetic health, the science behind energetic healing, and methods for changing brain patterns related to anxiety and depression. This is Part 1 of a two-part se…
- Self Care & Self Medicating with Francesca Paparone LCSW
Francesca Paparone LCSW discusses mental health, addiction, the value of Narcan, and how prescription medicine can be both helpful and harmful.
- Being a solo-prenuer in the fitness field with Monice ’Mo’ Small
This episode of Busy Body features Mo Small, founder of Good Form, discussing the resilience and vulnerability required in the fitness industry. Mo and the host share personal experiences about the challenges and personal growth involved i…
- Teaching and Practicing the Intuitive Body with Jennifer Sokolov
Host Cadence interviews movement practitioner Jennifer Sokolov about movement and aging, teaching, and client care, touching on menopause.
- Herbal Medicine in a Modern Medicine world with Western Herbalist 7Song
This episode features Western Herbalist 7Song discussing the importance of herbal medicine alongside modern treatments. The conversation covers approaches to depression and adrenal fatigue, focusing on nervous system stimulation, and provi…
- Motherhood & Hunger with Lauren Frankfurt
This episode features Lauren Frankfurt, a postpartum doula, herbalist, and mother, discussing motherhood and hunger. The conversation touches on primal hunger, radical body acceptance, and caring for the body.
- Who is Wellness For with Fariha Roisin
This episode features author Fariha Roisin discussing her book "Who Is Wellness For." The conversation covers the role of imagination in healing, the political significance of self-care, and the impact of white supremacy and colonialism on…
- viBe Theater: a legacy of voice
This episode features Michelan LeMonier discussing viBe Theater Experience, an organization providing programming for young women and nonbinary youth of color. The conversation covers the power of art, healing, destigmatizing mental health…
- Ozempic or Life with author and journalist Virginia Heffernan
Host Cadence is joined by journalist and author Virginia Heffernan to discuss Heffernan's Substack article about Ozempic. They explore the topic of humanity's human-ness and share insights from their conversation.