Gutsy Talks

About Gutsy Talks

Welcome to Gutsy Talks—the space for real, unfiltered conversations about healing your gut, calming your mind, and learning to love food again. Whether you're just starting your gut health journey or you’ve been on this path for a while, I’m here to share insights and honest, ah-ha moments that can help transform your health. Join me, Rachel Larsson (she/her), your host, naturopath and nutritionist, as I chat with top health experts and thought leaders from around the world. Together, we’ll dive into the latest in holistic and scientific approaches to gut health and explore the deep connections between your gut and overall well-being. No fluff, just real talk on what it truly takes to feel empowered, healthier, and more in tune with your body.

Publisher

Rachel Larsson

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

17 Feb 2025

Latest episode

1 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

32 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Apr 2026

   Episode 31: Perimenopause, Menopause & the Microbiome with Sandra Villella

   Perimenopause and menopause can bring a wave of changes, from gut symptoms and hormone shifts to metabolic and cognitive concerns, yet many women are left feeling under-informed and unsupported during this transition. In this episode, I’m joined by Sandra Villella, a naturopath, herbalist, and educator with almost 30 years of clinical experience. Sandra has a deep passion for women’s health across the lifespan and is widely respected for her balanced, evidence-informed approach to perimenopau...

2. 

   18 Mar 2026

   Episode 30: Medicinal Mushrooms Explained: Gut, Brain & Immune Health with Dr Anna Sitkoff

   Medicinal mushrooms are everywhere right now, but what do they actually do, how do they work in the body, and how do you know what’s worth taking? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Anna Sitkoff, a naturopathic doctor, author, and Chief Science Officer & Co-Founder of Lucidum Medicinals. Dr Anna is a leading expert in medicinal mushrooms and is passionate about making the science behind them practical, evidence-based, and easy to apply in everyday life. As a clinician, Dr Anna supports pat...

3. 

   4 Mar 2026

   Episode 29: Iron & B12 Explained - Symptoms, Testing & Smart Fixes with Steph Lowe

   Feeling exhausted, foggy or flat, yet being told your iron or B12 levels are “normal”? This episode explores why deficiencies are so often missed and what actually helps. Joining me is Steph Lowe, The Natural Nutritionist, a qualified nutritionist who has been supporting women globally since 2011 to restore energy, balance hormones and feel well again. Steph brings a practical, evidence-informed lens to iron and B12, two nutrients that are commonly misunderstood, poorly tested and often incor...

Who has been a guest on Gutsy Talks

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Rachel Larsson
• Stefanie Michele
• Dawn Whitten
• Luka McCabe
• Sage King

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

10 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 41 / 100

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Quality

50

Social presence

97

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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