The Body Talks with Vera
Hosted by Vera · Flexibility with Vera
- 16
- Episodes
- 2025
- First episode
About The Body Talks with Vera
Your body is your home, and it has a story that is worth listening to. The Body Talks dives into conversations about movement, confidence, and what it means to truly live in our bodies with respect, no matter our size or ability. Hosted by @flexwithvera, this show is to show us how to discover joyful movement, and live to our fullest selves.
- Publisher
- Flexibility with Vera
- Category
- health & fitness
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 17 Feb 2025
- Latest episode
- 5 Sept 2025
Latest episodes
16 episodes in the feed.
5 Sept 2025
15: Nurturing Change and Self-Compassion with Nadine Stille
Host Vera interviews coach Nadine Stille about nurturing self-compassion and rest to help ambitious parents achieve their dreams without burnout.
15 Aug 2025
14: Understanding Body Grief and Finding Peace with Bri Campos
Vera interviews Bri Campos, LPC, exploring body grief and radical acceptance to transform our relationship with our bodies.
31 Jul 2025
13: The Power of Support and Embracing Agency with Hillary Di Menna
Host Vera interviews Hillary Di Menna, a gender justice advocate, about community support, survivor-centered care, and healing through movement, offering insights for understanding and aiding those impacted by sexual violence.
24 Jul 2025
12: Embracing Fat Liberation & Social Bonds with Sophia Apostol
Host Vera interviews Sophia Apostol, creator of Fat Joy Life, about embracing body equanimity and unlearning systemic conditioning to foster healthier relationships with our bodies.
2 Jul 2025
11: Owning the Journey to Recovery & Autonomy with Jess Lynch
Host Vera interviews actor Jess Lynch about her experiences with body image in the acting industry and her journey to recovery from disordered eating, highlighting the importance of self-love.
11 Jun 2025
10: Pelvic Care and the Path to Strength with Krysti Beckett
Host Vera interviews Krysti Beckett, a plus-size personal trainer, about pelvic health, core strength, and realistic fitness approaches for women of all sizes and ages.
15 May 2025
09: Gentle Nutrition and Community Care with Body Kind Nutrition
In this episode, Vera is chatting with the founders of Body Kind Nutrition, Eleni and Ashantis! We're covering their unique approach to weight-inclusive, gentle nutrition, the intersection of mental health and nutrition, and of course practical tips for consistent, compassionate nourishment. Perfect for anyone eager to redefine their relationship with food and fitness. Body Kind Nutrition is a meal preparation program + community that supports people with gentle nutrition from a weight-inclusive approach. Founded by Eleni Levine, MS, RDN, and Ashantis Jones, MEd, QMHP, CPT. The Body Kind Nutrition mission is to assist folks as they learn to build body trust through nourishment. Connect with Body Kind Nutrition: Learn bout Body Kind Nutrition (https://ashantis.my.canva.site/body-kind-nutrition) Join Body Kind Nutrition on Patreon (http://patreon.com/BodyKindNutrition) Follow Body Kind Nutrition on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/body.kind.nutrition/) Ashantis' Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/iamashantis/) Eleni's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/all.bodies.nutrition/) The All Bodies Nutrition Podcast (https://open.spotify.com/show/6ybr4kSgGQhNfjZ0SryMSs?si=b848572f4d2942d4) Connect with Vera: Follow The Body Talks on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thebodytalkspod) Join the conversation on our Discord server (https://flexibilitywithvera.kit.com/discord) Sign up for Vera's weekly newsletter (https://flexibilitywithvera.kit.com/20be063d86) Vera's Tiktok (https://www.tiktok.com/@flexwithvera) Vera's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/flexwithvera/) Download Vera's free e-book to flexibility basics (https://flexibilitywithvera.com/free-flexibility-ebook/) Check out Vera's services (https://flexibilitywithvera.com/) Want to share the love? Rate and review this podcast! And remember, that no matter your size, your body deserves your respect. Show it some small act of kindness today.
24 Apr 2025
08: Living Out Loud and Standing Up to Societal Constructs with Emma Shull
We're diving into this episode of The Body Talks with Emma - host of the F*ck That Shit podcast! We will be talking about Emma's podcast, what it means to live unapologetically and to really say f*ck that shit!Emma Shull is an educator, podcast host, and burlesque performer dedicated to disrupting the status quo one story at a time. As the creator of F*CK THAT SHIT, a season-based podcast, she shares personal stories and amplifies voices that challenge societal norms—whether through conversations on body liberation, erotic labor, or beyond. A recovering overthinker, Emma uses storytelling to spark radical honesty, self-acceptance, and meaningful dialogue.Emma is hosting a Burlesque Show to celebrate Stripping Away Stigma Season, June 12th in NYC. 💐Connect with Emma:Go to the F*ck That Shit Podcast Website (www.fckthatshitpod.com)Catch up with Emma on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/fckthatshitpod)Follow Emma on Tiktok (https://www.tiktok.com/@emmaglobina)Shout-outs from the show:Augusta Boal - Theatre of Oppression (https://imaginaction.org/media/our-methods/theatre-of-the-oppressed-2/ )New York School of Burlesque - Jo Weldon (https://www.instagram.com/headmistressjo) Connect with Vera: Watch the episodes on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJJjRQQqiWW-MbJf6w48vQaGFKXSy4HQt) Follow The Body Talks on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thebodytalkspod) Join the conversation on our Discord server (https://flexibilitywithvera.kit.com/discord) Sign up for Vera's weekly newsletter (https://flexibilitywithvera.kit.com/20be063d86) Vera's Tiktok (https://www.tiktok.com/@flexwithvera) Vera's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/flexwithvera/) Download Vera's free e-book to flexibility basics (https://flexibilitywithvera.com/free-flexibility-ebook/) Check out Vera's services (https://flexibilitywithvera.com/) Want to share the love? Rate and review this podcast! And remember, that no matter your size, your body deserves your respect. Show it some small act of kindness today.
17 Apr 2025
07: Embracing Self-Compassion in Nutrition with Milda Zolubaite
In today's episode, Vera is joined by Milda Zolubaite, founder of Nutrition Path. They discuss strategies for breaking the binge cycle, small steps to recovery, and the upcoming 'Break the Binge Cycle Summit,' which will present tools and insights from various experts to guide people towards food freedom and a healthier relationship with their bodies. Sign up for the Break the Binge Cycle Summit (https://flexwithvera--nutritionpath.thrivecart.com/binge-breakthrough-pass/) Milda is an MSc Nutritional therapist and Disordered Eating Specialist and over the last 8 years I have supported hundreds of women and men in finding food and body peace. She's a firm believer that there is no "one size fits all" approach, hence she uses a mix of nutritional, psychological and behavioural interventions to help people reach peace and food freedom. Connect with Milda: Nutrition Path Website (https://nutritionpath.co.uk/ ) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/nutrition.path/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/nutritionpath.uk/) Connect with Vera: Watch the episodes on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJJjRQQqiWW-MbJf6w48vQaGFKXSy4HQt) Follow The Body Talks on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thebodytalkspod) Join the conversation on our Discord server (https://flexibilitywithvera.kit.com/discord) Sign up for Vera's weekly newsletter (https://flexibilitywithvera.kit.com/20be063d86) Vera's Tiktok (https://www.tiktok.com/@flexwithvera) Vera's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/flexwithvera/) Download Vera's free e-book to flexibility basics (https://flexibilitywithvera.com/free-flexibility-ebook/) Check out Vera's services (https://flexibilitywithvera.com/) Want to share the love? Rate and review this podcast! And remember, that no matter your size, your body deserves your respect. Show it some small act of kindness today.
11 Apr 2025
06: Challenging Norms & Building Resilience with Ezra Katz
In today's talk, Vera chats with Ezra on recovering from disordered eating, working with their body and taking rests, and the absolute joy they receive from figure skating. Ezra is an educator and amateur competitive figure skater determined to turn their inner critic into their biggest cheerleader. Through reconnecting with their body, Ezra has found peace and empowerment after a lifetime of struggling with chronic pain from congenital scoliosis. See what Ezra is up to: Follow Ezra on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ezraonedge) Catch up with Ezra on BlueSky (https://bsky.app/profile/moody-yehudi.bsky.social) Connect with Vera: Join the conversation on our Discord server (https://flexibilitywithvera.kit.com/discord) Watch the episodes on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJJjRQQqiWW-MbJf6w48vQaGFKXSy4HQt) Follow The Body Talks on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thebodytalkspod) Sign up for Vera's weekly newsletter (https://flexibilitywithvera.kit.com/20be063d86) Vera's Tiktok (https://www.tiktok.com/@flexwithvera) Vera's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/flexwithvera/) Download Vera's free e-book to flexibility basics (https://flexibilitywithvera.com/free-flexibility-ebook/) Check out Vera's services (https://flexibilitywithvera.com/) Want to share the love? Rate and review this podcast!
3 Apr 2025
05: Strength & Mind: Powerlifting, Pole, and PTSD with Lanie Bishop
In today's episode, Vera talks to Lanie, powerlifter and pole dancer on their experiences within these two sports while also navigating PTSD . Lanie Bishop is an accomplished multi-disciplinary athlete with over a decade of experience in pole dancing and competitive power lifting, both as an athlete and as a volunteer. Lanie sees movement as a way to heal, to connect, and create lasting relationships with oneself and others. She is an ardent advocate of creating inclusive spaces for marginalized communities to enjoy movement, and understands the structures that perpetuate harm and create barriers within the fitness and movement industry. In her spare time, Lanie is a perpetual student (who just finished a postgraduate certificate in Sexual Health) and a streaming gamer (who sometimes struggles with aiming). Connect with Lanie: Follow Lanie on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mintowls) Watch Lanie on Twitch (https://www.twitch.tv/laniekins) CEAPAC Studio in Edmonton (https://www.ceapacstudio.com/) All other links (https://linktr.ee/mintowls) Connect with Vera: Watch the episodes on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJJjRQQqiWW-MbJf6w48vQaGFKXSy4HQt) Follow The Body Talks on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thebodytalkspod) Join the conversation on our Discord server (https://flexibilitywithvera.kit.com/discord) Sign up for Vera's weekly newsletter (https://flexibilitywithvera.kit.com/20be063d86) Vera's Tiktok (https://www.tiktok.com/@flexwithvera) Vera's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/flexwithvera/) Download Vera's free e-book to flexibility basics (https://flexibilitywithvera.com/free-flexibility-ebook/) Check out Vera's services (https://flexibilitywithvera.com/) Want to share the love? Rate and review this podcast! And remember, that no matter your size, your body deserves your respect. Show it some small act of kindness today.
27 Mar 2025
04: Prioritizing Safety and Creating Community with Laura Brooks
In today's episode, Vera is sitting down to talk with photographer Laura Brooks! They dive into outdoor boudoir photography, the beauty of nature (and how it's within us too!), cultivating safety and community, and Fat Swim Seattle! Laura Brooks specializes in fat positive and weight neutral outdoor boudoir portraiture for all bodies as well as queer and polyamorous-friendly photography for all families. Located in Seattle, Washington and serving folks across the Pacific Northwest. In this episode we talk about Making Waves Fat Swim (https://www.instagram.com/makingwavesfatswim/) and Lavender Rights Project (https://www.lavenderrightsproject.org/). Connect with Laura: Sign up for the monthly Fat Swim Seattle here (https://laurabrooks.art/fatswim) Connect with Laura on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/laurabrooks.photography/) Follow Laura on Tiktok (https://www.tiktok.com/@laurabrooks.photography) See Laura on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@LauraBrooks.Photography) Pin with Laura on Pinterest (https://ca.pinterest.com/LauraBrooksArt/) Connect with Vera: Watch the episodes on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJJjRQQqiWW-MbJf6w48vQaGFKXSy4HQt) Follow The Body Talks on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thebodytalkspod) Join the conversation on our Discord server (https://flexibilitywithvera.kit.com/discord) Sign up for Vera's weekly newsletter (https://flexibilitywithvera.kit.com/20be063d86) Vera's Tiktok (https://www.tiktok.com/@flexwithvera) Vera's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/flexwithvera/) Download Vera's free e-book to flexibility basics (https://flexibilitywithvera.com/free-flexibility-ebook/) Check out Vera's services (https://flexibilitywithvera.com/) Want to share the love? Rate and review this podcast! And remember, that no matter your size, your body deserves your respect. Show it some small act of kindness today.
12 Mar 2025
03: Powerlifting, Knee Pain & Liberation with Lindsay Johnson
In today's episode, Vera is chatting with Lindsay Johnson on their journey with knee injuries, getting into powerlifting and Fantastical Fatty. Lindsay Johnson, aka The Radical Connector, is a sales & visibility coach for misfit entrepreneurs building their businesses to the beat of their own drums and radical enough to believe they can change the world! Lindsay’s passion for using entrepreneurship as a tool to liberate ourselves and others from systems of oppression and lead impactful lives is at the forefront of everything they do. After 20+ years of teaching entrepreneurs how to make money in a way that feels good, they’re message is clear: you matter, your work is important, and you deserve to make excellent money and change the freaking world! Connect with Lindsay: Follow Lindsay on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/radicallinds/) Catch Lindsay on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/c/theradicalconnector) Snag Your Free Ick-Free Sales Scripts (https://www.theradicalconnector.com/scripts) Get the Ick Free Sales System (https://theradicalconnector.thrivecart.com/ick-free-sales-system) And remember, that no matter your size, your body deserves your respect. Show it some small act of kindness today. Connect with Vera: Watch the episodes on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJJjRQQqiWW-MbJf6w48vQaGFKXSy4HQt) Follow The Body Talks on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thebodytalkspod) Join the conversation on our Discord server (https://flexibilitywithvera.kit.com/discord) Sign up for Vera's weekly newsletter (https://flexibilitywithvera.kit.com/20be063d86) Vera's Tiktok (https://www.tiktok.com/@flexwithvera) Vera's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/flexwithvera/) Download Vera's free e-book to flexibility basics (https://flexibilitywithvera.com/free-flexibility-ebook/) Check out Vera's services (https://flexibilitywithvera.com/) Want to share the love? Rate and review this podcast!
5 Mar 2025
02: Self-Esteem and Falling in Love with Yourself with Julianna Mazzei
In today's episode, Vera talks to Julianna Mazzei aka Jewelz Journey of Journey Mental Health Network on how she went from being a plus size model to shredding up the skate park to helping people with their self-image through psychotherapy. Julianna is a long time body positive advocate, former plus size model and a registered psychotherpaist qualifying dedicated to promoting mental health and supporting people on their journey. Connect with Julianna: Jewelz Journey Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jewelz.journey/) Journey Mental Health Network Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/journeymentalhealthnetwork/) Journey Mental Health Network Website (https://www.journeymentalhealthnetwork.com/) Connect with Vera: Watch the episodes on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJJjRQQqiWW-MbJf6w48vQaGFKXSy4HQt) Follow The Body Talks on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thebodytalkspod) Join the conversation on our Discord server (https://flexibilitywithvera.kit.com/discord) Sign up for Vera's weekly newsletter (https://flexibilitywithvera.kit.com/20be063d86) Vera's Tiktok (https://www.tiktok.com/@flexwithvera) Vera's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/flexwithvera/) Download Vera's free e-book to flexibility basics (https://flexibilitywithvera.com/free-flexibility-ebook/) Check out Vera's services (https://flexibilitywithvera.com/) Want to share the love? Rate and review this podcast! And remember, that no matter your size, your body deserves your respect. Show it some small act of kindness today.
27 Feb 2025
01: From Punishment to Joy
In today's episode, we're going to dive into the backstory of our host, Vera and how she went from hating fitness, being entrenched in diet culture, to finding joy in movement and becoming a personal trainer and flexibility coach, and what this podcast is all about! Remember that no matter your size, your body deserves your respect. Show it some small act of kindness today. Connect with Vera: Want to share the love? Rate and review this podcast!
17 Feb 2025
Welcome to The Body Talks
Welcome to The Body Talks! Here, we'll dive deep into movement, strength, and joy at every size, hosted by Vera Schofield, certified personal trainer and flexibility coach. Each episode, we’re having conversations with people who are redefining fitness, confidence, and what it means to truly live in our bodies, because every body has a story to tell. Make sure to subscribe!
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- Nadine Stille
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- Sophia Apostol
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