The Rever Rundown with Mimi Deal
Mimi Deal
5.0from 10 ratings
- 37
- Episodes
- 10
- Ratings
- Weekly
- Cadence
- 2026
- First episode
About The Rever Rundown with Mimi Deal
The Rever Rundown is your no-nonsense guide to health, wellness, beauty, and aesthetics. Tired of conflicting information and feeling dismissed? We cut through the noise, do the research, and bring in the experts so you get clear, actionable answers to the questions you've been asking all along.
- Publisher
- Mimi Deal
- Category
- health & fitness
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- Yes
- First episode
- 19 Feb 2026
- Latest episode
- 12 Oct 2026
Latest episodes
37 episodes in the feed.
12 Oct 2026
Episode 37: How To Actually Fix Your Sleep: A Sleep Specialist Explains with Dr. Daniella Marchetti
One of the most common complaints I hear in the clinic is simply, "I can't sleep at night." So I was thrilled to sit down with Dr. Daniella Marchetti, a licensed clinical health psychologist, researcher, and behavioral sleep specialist who helps people understand and overcome sleep difficulties, and who happens to be right here in South Florida with me. We start with something so many women relate to: the 3 a.m. wake-up. Daniella explains the hormonal and psychological reasons behind it, including a fascinating concept called conditioned hyperarousal, and the reassuring truth that insomnia is largely a learned condition, which means it can be unlearned. From there we get into the behavioral toolkit. We talk about CBT-I (cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia), and the practical strategies behind it. We cover the real story on the hormones of sleep (hint: cortisol matters as much as melatonin), how alcohol is a "false friend," where marijuana and melatonin actually fit, and why your Oura ring or Whoop might be adding more anxiety than insight. A quick note: this is educational, not medical advice. But if you've been quietly accepting bad sleep as normal, this episode is your reminder that you don't have to settle. Follow us Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mimi_aprn/) TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@mimi_aprn) Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@ReverWellness) Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mercedes-mimi-deal-a38116347/) Website (https://www.reverwellness.com/) See full show notes (https://www.reverwellness.com/the-rever-rundown-podcast) Become a Patient: HERE (https://polite-acorn-76939.myflodesk.com/oofx031mqk) Medical Providers: Join my Clinician Education Platform (https://www.patreon.com/c/u100675516) and use code PATREON10 for 10% off first month Subscribe to our Newsletter: HERE (https://polite-acorn-76939.myflodesk.com/bhuvfpmkds) Hume Health (https://www.humehealth.com/MERCEDES22677) - Get $20 off Gramms Protein (https://www.gramms.co/reverwellness) - Get $20 off Ethlete (https://www.ethlete.com)15% off code: REVER15 Book a complimentary call with Nexus Point: HERE (https://go.nexuspt.io/mimi ) Learn at Pinnacle to earn FREE CE/CME credit for listening to this episode: HERE (https://learnatpinnacle.com/education) Dr. Daniella Marchetti Website (https://daniellamarchetti.com/) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/drdaniellamarchetti/) Tiktok (https://www.tiktok.com/@dr..daniella.march) Substack (https://substack.com/@daniellamarchetti) Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:05 Introduction to Sleep Challenges 01:23 Understanding Barriers to Sleep 03:13 The Role of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Sleep 05:54 Sleep Tracking and Technology 09:21 The Impact of Lifestyle Choices on Sleep 11:48 Alcohol and Sleep: A Double-Edged Sword 16:43 Marijuana Use and Sleep Quality 18:29 Motherhood and Sleep Disruptions 19:35 Adjusting Sleep Schedules for Night Owls 21:28 Regulating Sleep and Sleep Apnea 25:24 When to Seek Professional Help for Sleep Issues 32:37 Lighting's Impact On Sleep 36:34 The Tonight Checklist for Better Sleep 39:14 Final Takeaways 40:19 Outro
5 Oct 2026
Episode 36: Alzheimer's Prevention, Metabolic Health, & Habits For Your Brain with Rachel Daugherty
Alzheimer's is something very close to my heart. I watched my grandmother become someone she wouldn't have wanted to be, and it was heartbreaking for our family. So this episode means a lot. Our guest, Rachel Daugherty, is the founder of Booty and Brains and the Brain Matters community, and she brings a rare gift: she takes the complex science of brain health and makes it genuinely understandable, actionable, and even hilarious. Rachel shares her own story, caring for her mother through Alzheimer's while raising two young kids, and the moment that changed everything: the realization that she would do whatever she could so her children might never face that same grief. That led her deep into brain health and metabolic health, and to a profound shift, from a lifetime of "chasing skinny" and diet culture toward nourishment, strength, and self-compassion. We get into the real science, made simple: why the brain and body aren't separate systems, how insulin resistance may contribute to brain damage over time, and why fasting insulin is a test worth asking your provider about. We talk about starting with just breakfast, why what you eat first sets your blood sugar for the day, the surprising power of moving for even five minutes after meals, why breaking up long stretches of sitting matters as much as working out, and how strength training and playful "movement snacks" changed both our lives. Above all, this is a conversation about approaching your health from love rather than punishment. As Rachel says, your health is bigger than you. Follow us Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mimi_aprn/) TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@mimi_aprn) Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@ReverWellness) Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mercedes-mimi-deal-a38116347/) Website (https://www.reverwellness.com/) See full show notes (https://www.reverwellness.com/the-rever-rundown-podcast) Become a Patient: HERE (https://polite-acorn-76939.myflodesk.com/oofx031mqk) Medical Providers: Join my Clinician Education Platform (https://www.patreon.com/c/u100675516) and use code PATREON10 for 10% off first month Subscribe to our Newsletter: HERE (https://polite-acorn-76939.myflodesk.com/bhuvfpmkds) Hume Health (https://www.humehealth.com/MERCEDES22677) - Get $20 off Gramms Protein (https://www.gramms.co/reverwellness) - Get $20 off Ethlete (https://www.ethlete.com)15% off code: REVER15 Book a complimentary call with Nexus Point: HERE (https://go.nexuspt.io/mimi ) Learn at Pinnacle to earn FREE CE/CME credit for listening to this episode: HERE (https://learnatpinnacle.com/education) Rachel Daugherty Website (https://www.bootyandbrains.co/) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/bootyandbrains.co/) Community (https://www.skool.com/brainmatters/) Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:06 Introduction and Personal Stories 00:48 Understanding Alzheimer's and Its Impact 03:33 The Shift to Brain Health and Prevention 06:11 The Role of Nutrition in Brain Health 08:46 Making Health Information Accessible 11:47 Practical Steps for Dietary Changes 14:23 Exploring Alzheimer's Mechanisms 17:17 Blood Sugar and Its Connection to Alzheimer's 20:08 Breakfast Choices for Better Health 23:02 Creative Breakfast Ideas 26:17 The Importance of Small Changes in Health 28:53 Finding Joy in Movement 32:24 The Power of Strength Training 35:11 Accessible Movement for Better Health 36:10 Building a Supportive Community 41:04 Practical Tips for Alzheimer's Caregivers 46:05 Outro
28 Sept 2026
Episode 35: The Mental Load of Motherhood: Why You're Exhausted Before You've Done Anything
Have you ever been technically doing nothing, sitting on the couch, at dinner with friends, lying in bed, while your brain runs through everything you can't forget? That's the mental load, and today's episode is all about it. The mental load of motherhood isn't the physical work of cooking, cleaning, and driving. It's the invisible layer underneath: the remembering, the anticipating, the planning, the checking, the worrying. I share the research showing this isn't just a feeling and talk about why invisible work is so exhausting, and the association researchers have found between an unequal mental load and higher stress, burnout, and lower wellbeing, while being honest that this research is observational. Then we get practical, because awareness isn't enough. I share the strategies I'm testing in my own life: getting it out of your head, transferring ownership rather than just delegating tasks, letting go of the badge of honor around asking for help, real stress regulation (not another bubble bath), reducing daily decisions, and talking to yourself with more compassion. And one important note I don't want lost: not every symptom is "just the mental load." Persistent exhaustion, anxiety, hopelessness, and changes in sleep deserve real evaluation, because depression and anxiety are common and treatable. If you've felt this weight but never had a name for it, this one's for you. Share it with someone who needs it. Follow us Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mimi_aprn/) TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@mimi_aprn) Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@ReverWellness) Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mercedes-mimi-deal-a38116347/) Website (https://www.reverwellness.com/) See full show notes (https://www.reverwellness.com/the-rever-rundown-podcast) Become a Patient: HERE (https://polite-acorn-76939.myflodesk.com/oofx031mqk) Medical Providers: Join my Clinician Education Platform (https://www.patreon.com/c/u100675516) and use code PATREON10 for 10% off first month Subscribe to our Newsletter: HERE (https://polite-acorn-76939.myflodesk.com/bhuvfpmkds) Hume Health (https://www.humehealth.com/MERCEDES22677) - Get $20 off Gramms Protein (https://www.gramms.co/reverwellness) - Get $20 off Ethlete (https://www.ethlete.com)15% off code: REVER15 Book a complimentary call with Nexus Point: HERE (https://go.nexuspt.io/mimi ) Learn at Pinnacle to earn FREE CE/CME credit for listening to this episode: HERE (https://learnatpinnacle.com/education) Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:06 Understanding the Mental Load of Motherhood 00:40 What the Mental Load Really Is 01:08 The Four Stages of Cognitive Labor 03:29 What the Research Shows 05:18 Why the Mental Load Is So Exhausting 08:29 Strategies to Alleviate the Mental Load 09:13 Strategy 1: Get It Out of Your Head 10:06 Strategy 2: Transfer Full Ownership 10:35 Strategy 3: Ask for Help 11:36 Strategy 4: Practice Stress Regulation 13:46 Strategy 5: Reduce Decision Fatigue 15:32 Key Takeaways for Lightening the Load 16:15 Recognizing Mental Health Beyond the Mental Load 17:54 Outro
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