The Far Side of Fitness

The Far Side of Fitness


Latest Episodes

Ep. 6 Decoding Diet Culture - #Fitfluencer Red Flags
September 14, 2022

The “fit fluencer” is a persona and (almost always) lacking an education, knowledge, and credentials. These individuals are also promoters of diet culture, constant calorie counting, and other obsessive practices. This episode reveals the caution cones yo

444. Stephanie Hurne - Presenting Your Authentic Self, What Would You Do if Your Kid Became an Asshole and The Diseased
September 13, 2022

I’m Steph.  I enjoy writing, reading, drinking, terrible television and dancing around my living room to Beyoncé or T-Swift.  I studied script writing a long time ago. I stumbled into a life of administration even longer ago.  I’ve wanted to be a writer e

Ep. 5 Decoding Diet Culture - Who Is the Insta-Influencer?
September 07, 2022

Social media has gifted society with immediate access to information and individuals promoting a range of services and philosophies related to health and fitness. But how do you know if someone is legit? Learn how to tell the difference between someone wh

Arbiters of Bad Taste - Review of Revenge of the Nerds and How Movies Reflect Our Own Lives
September 06, 2022

Did you ever think that Revenge of the Nerds is a funny move with lots of commentary about our own lives? Well...if you didn't think about it that way then you might when you hear Simon and Darian talk about one of their favorite movies and how it ref

442. Cassie Christopher - The Dangers of All or Nothing Food Dieting, Morality Based Eating and How to Eat with Joy
September 03, 2022

Cassie Christopher is a Registered Dietitian, emotional eating expert and corporate wellness consultant. Cassie’s virtual practice specializes in helping accomplished women in midlife and beyond find the Courage to Trust themselves after decades of “All o

Ep. 4 Decoding Diet Culture - Dismissing Diet Culture
August 31, 2022

The best way to combat diet culture is to simply give it the finger. It’s not legit. It’s not science. It’s not truth. This episode will teach you how to act against diet culture toxicity.Audio Credits:Dr. Erin Nitschke (Main Speaker)email: erinmd03@gmail

441. Rich Chambers - It's Never Too Late to Follow Your Dreams
August 30, 2022

Rich Chambers sits at a musical crossroads of sorts. There are big Rock influences in his music, which range from equal parts retro to modern rock. There is a definitive Country and Americana element to what he does. There are also distinct glimpses of th

440. Ethan Decker - Brand Science, The Human Condition and The Truth About Advertising
August 26, 2022

Ethan is a brand strategist and marketing expert who has spent 15 years doing award-winning brand strategy, advertising, and market research for some of the world’s biggest brands.A scientist by training but a marketer by trade, he’s like the missing link

Ep. 3 Decoding Diet Culture - Seven Fad Diet Red Flags
August 24, 2022

Fad diets are crazy popular and unscientifically supported. Their host of sneaky buzzwords and seemingly innocuous messaging has a way of hooking consumers. Learn the top 7 “red flags” to avoid.Audio Credits:Dr. Erin Nitschke (Main Speaker)email: erinmd03