About HERStory on a Plate with Jennie Kramer and Nina Manolson
Welcome to the Body Peace Podcast (formerly Herstory on a Plate). We are so excited to bring you the Body Peace Podcast—a space for deep, compassionate, real conversations about our relationships with our bodies, food, and the world around us. What began as Herstory on a Plate has grown into something deeper. As conversations evolved, so did our mission. Body Peace® is about stepping off the battlefield with yourself. It’s not about fixing, controlling, or striving for perfection—it’s about finding peace, reconnecting with your body, and learning to return to yourself again and again.
Somatics and Body Peace - Healing Food Urges Through the Nervous System with Stephanie Mara Fox
In this episode, we sit down with somatic nutritional counselor Stephanie Mara Fox to explore how tuning into our physical bodies changes how we relate to food and ourselves. We dive into the science behind somatics, learning how communication flows from the body up to the brain through the vagus nerve. Stephanie breaks down how past trauma and restrictive diets disconnect us from our internal cues, shrinking our window of tolerance. We discuss how binge eating and dieting often act as protective responses rather than personal failures or lack of willpower. Together, we explore practical ways to build nervous system flexibility, move through intense urges, and reconnect with neutral bodily sensations. This conversation offers a gentle path away from shame and into deeper body peace.
Key Takeaways
Somatic therapy works bottom-up, using body awareness to shift our thoughts and internal responses.
Eighty percent of communication travels from our body to our brain via the vagus nerve.
Dieting and restrictive eating patterns often function as coping mechanisms for unresolved trauma and threat.
Binge eating can be an attempt by the nervous system to mobilize or find comfort.
Connecting with neutral body parts helps re-establish safety without over-stimulating your nervous system.
Resources
Stephanie Mara Fox's Website: StephanieMara.com
Somatic Eating Website: SomaticEating.com
Stephanie’s Podcast: Satiated (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/satiated-podcast/id1494607245)
Instagram: @_stephaniemara
TikTok: @StephanieMaraFox
Connect with Nina and Jennie
Nina Manolson M.A. Body-Peace® Founder & Coach Stay connected & pick up your FREE Practicing Body-Peace Journal: (https://ninamanolson.com/practicingbodypeace/)https://ninamanolson.com/practicingbodypeace/ (https://ninamanolson.com/practicingbodypeace/) Contact: Nina@NinaManolson.com Connect: (https://www.instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast)https://www.instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast (https://www.instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast)
Jennie Kramer LCSW-R,CEDS Subscribe to Jennie’s Newsletter & a complimentary 15min phone consult: (https://mbhany.com/connect-with-jennie/)https://mbhany.com/connect-with-jennie/ (https://mbhany.com/connect-with-jennie/) Contact: jkramer@mbhany.com
24 Sept 2026
Beyond the Scale - Reconnecting Mind, Body, and Soul in Recovery with Dr. Carolyn Costin
We welcome eating disorder pioneer Dr. Carolyn Costin for a deep, compassionate conversation about body peace, healing, and what true recovery looks like. Dr. Costin shares her definition of being fully recovered—accepting your normal body size and no longer compromising your health or soul for a scale number. We explore how treatment has evolved, the complexities surrounding GLP-1 medications, and the importance of a multidisciplinary team approach.
Together, we discuss bridging the gap between trauma and eating disorder care while centering connection and safety. Dr. Costin highlights "soul mentoring"—the process of shifting our focus away from external body expectations to nourish our inner essence, essence-fed joy, and life force. Whether you are seeking your own path to peace or supporting a loved one, this episode offers a hopeful, empowering framework for coming home to yourself.
Key Takeaways
True recovery means accepting your normal body without self-destructive food or exercise behaviors.
Healing requires a dedicated multidisciplinary team approach tailored to your specific health needs.
Your genetic profile creates a baseline vulnerability rather than a predetermined life sentence.
Creating genuine safety within therapeutic relationships helps heal body-mind disconnects caused by trauma.
Soul mentoring feeds your inner essence through nature, creativity, and deeper life presence.
Connect with Nina and Jennie
Nina Manolson M.A. Body-Peace® Founder & Coach Stay connected & pick up your FREE Practicing Body-Peace Journal: (https://ninamanolson.com/practicingbodypeace/)https://ninamanolson.com/practicingbodypeace/ (https://ninamanolson.com/practicingbodypeace/) Contact: Nina@NinaManolson.com Connect: (https://www.instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast)https://www.instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast (https://www.instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast)
Jennie Kramer LCSW-R, CEDS Subscribe to Jennie’s Newsletter & a complimentary 15min phone consult: (https://mbhany.com/connect-with-jennie/)https://mbhany.com/connect-with-jennie/ (https://mbhany.com/connect-with-jennie/) Contact: jkramer@mbhany.com
8 Sept 2026
Unpacking Food Noise - Rebuilding Body Trust Beyond Muting Hunger
In this episode, we take a deep dive into the concept of "food noise" and how diet culture has hijacked our relationship with eating. Many people seek quick fixes like GLP-1 medications or restrictive diets to mute their cravings, often because they feel unable to trust their own bodies. We discuss how true body peace comes from learning to listen to your internal signals rather than tuning them out. By recognizing that hunger is a vital survival mechanism, we can transform internal chaos into a compassionate, supportive dialogue with ourselves. Through simple practices like nervous system regulation, slow eating, and mindful presence, we move away from fear and external metrics toward genuine self-understanding and body trust.
Key Takeaways
Food noise often consists of external societal judgments and strict diet metrics.
Physical hunger is an essential survival mechanism that keeps our bodies alive.
Relying on appetite suppressants fails to build sustainable, long-term internal body trust.
Slowing down during meals helps regulate the nervous system and build awareness.
Pausing to distinguish physical hunger from emotional hunger allows for intentional choices.
Connect with Nina and Jennie
Nina Manolson M.A. Body-Peace® Founder & Coach Stay connected & pick up your FREE Practicing Body-Peace Journal: (https://ninamanolson.com/practicingbodypeace/)https://ninamanolson.com/practicingbodypeace/ (https://ninamanolson.com/practicingbodypeace/) Contact: Nina@NinaManolson.com Connect: (https://www.instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast)https://www.instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast (https://www.instagram.com/bodypeacepodcast)
Jennie Kramer LCSW-R, CEDS Subscribe to Jennie’s Newsletter & a complimentary 15min phone consult: (https://mbhany.com/connect-with-jennie/)https://mbhany.com/connect-with-jennie/ (https://mbhany.com/connect-with-jennie/) Contact: jkramer@mbhany.com
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