Hello, Freedom! Liesl Dunlap’s Journey to Freedom from Disordered Eating Bondage
In the first episode of our “Hello, Freedom! Summer Road Trip” series, Liesl Dunlap and her son Rece and share their family's experience with God helping Rece overcome Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). During this journey, Liesl realized how much food and negative body image affected her life, prompting her to seek help. Liesl shares her story of finding hope for freedom from disordered eating, the challenges of seeking help, and how a Christ-centered community and biblical truth played a vital role in her journey to true freedom.
Hello, Freedom! How Rece Dunlap Overcame ARFID
In the first episode of “Hello, Freedom! Summer Road Trip,” Rece Dunlap, a Lee University student and son of FINDINGbalance's Liesl Dunlap, talks about his Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) experience. This mother-son duo shares their family's honest and humorous journey. Listen to learn about ARFID, hear Rece's treatment story, enjoy laughs, and feel inspired by how God guided them to freedom.
Processing Grief with God Instead of Food with Brittany Wilson, RDN, LN
If you’ve ever turned to food instead of God for comfort, you’re not alone. Join host and FINDINGbalance Executive Director, Chrissy Kirkman in her conversation with Brittany Wilson, RDN, LN as they explore the challenges of processing grief and trauma, overcoming triggers, and shifting focus towards positive experiences and memories instead of negative cycles.
Escaping the Cycle of Shame in Recovery with Travis Stewart
Join FINDINGbalance Executive Director Chrissy Kirkman and Travis Stewart, MA, LPC, NCC, as they explore how shame, negative body image, and binging contribute to this cycle. Travis offers insights on developing a healthier relationship with food and body through truth-telling, supportive communities, and understanding how God sees you, paving the way to healing and freedom.
Q&A Mix Tape with Dr. Alisa Shanks & Amy Schaller
On The Old School Food Freedom Podcast, we aim to help you find truth and freedom in Christ. In this Q&A Mix Tape episode with Chrissy Kirkman, Amy Schaller, and Dr. Alisa Shanks, we address listener questions from a biblical viewpoint. We discuss topics such as why some people have strong food and body image struggles, concerns about the Health At Every Size approach, tips to stop checking your body in the mirror, and the consequences of sharing before-and-after weight loss or muscle gain photos.
Live Free from ED and The Gang with Kassandra Baker
Chrissy chats with Kassandra Baker - a certified health, life, and mental health coach who specializes in helping people break free from the negative cycle of disordered eating. Together, they discuss the challenges of living with and overcoming an eating disorder – and the many negative thoughts and behaviors that often accompany disordered eating.
3 Mistakes Most People Make in Recovery and What To Do Instead with Brittany Braswell
Brittany Braswell, MS, RDN, LD discusses recovery from eating disorders and 3 common mistakes made along the way. She offers insights on overcoming challenges and achieving lasting recovery. This conversation is helpful for anyone looking to improve their relationship with food and their body, whether they are just beginning or have been recovering for some time.
Guiding Our Kids Through Diet Culture, with Dr. Megan Osborne
Chrissy and Dr. Megan Osborne discuss raising emotionally healthy kids in a diet-focused society. Dr. Osborne shares insights from children's books on teaching kids about food, body image, and fostering a positive relationship with food. This conversation is vital for parents and caregivers seeking to support kids' emotional well-being and protect them from harmful diet culture.
When Food, Body, and Trauma Connect with Tracy Brown, RD, LD/N
Host Chrissy Kirkman interviews registered dietitian Tracy Brown to discuss how trauma influences our lives, the connection between early experiences and trauma responses, and the link between eating disorders and past experiences. Tracy emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing these issues.
Moving From Shame to Freedom In Christ with Laurel Taylor
Join host Chrissy Kirkman and Nashville artist Laurel Taylor for an engaging conversation. Experience laughter and tears as they discuss pursuing God’s calling amidst struggles like body image, comparison, and shame. Hear Laurel’s touching testimony, the stories behind her music, including her song “Old House,” and be encouraged in finding victory and freedom in Christ.
Moving With Joy (When the Thought Alone Feels Daunting) with Kasey Shuler
Chrissy and guest Kasey Shuler of The Joyful Health Co. explore how movement can bring joy into our lives. They discuss overcoming movement burnout, breaking mental barriers, and small steps to embrace an active lifestyle for the joy of living in God’s design, regardless of where you start.
Protecting Your Heart Against January Diet Frenzy, Pt. 2 with Dr. Alisa Shanks
Host Chrissy Kirkman and guest Dr. Alisa Shanks continue their discussion from episode 9. Dr. Shanks shares actionable strategies for upholding your values amidst diet culture, offering practical advice on setting intentions and making mindful choices that respect your body and faith.
Protecting Your Heart Against January Diet Frenzy, Pt. 1 with Dr. Alisa Shanks
Dr. Alisa Shanks talks with Chrissy about the importance of caring for your heart during the January diet rush. As the new year starts, many people set weight loss goals and follow strict diets. Instead, we encourage you to focus on nurturing your body with Jesus rather than meeting societal expectations. Dr. Shanks shares her insights and offers practical tips on prioritizing self-care and protecting your heart throughout this process.
Diversity in The Kingdom of God with Jessica-Lauren Newby
How do you practice nourishing yourself in a way that honors God and cares for your body? Have you considered that more than one body type reflects His image? Host Chrissy Kirkman talks with private practitioner and speaker, Jessica-Lauren Newby, drive home what the Bible says about caring for our bodies– and celebrating them according to His perfect and diverse design.
Q&A Mix Tape with Dr. Alisa Shanks and Amy Schaller
You are not alone in your struggles with food and body image. On the Old School Food Freedom Podcast, Chrissy Kirkman, Amy Schaller, and Dr. Alisa Shanks answer listener questions with a Christ-centered and biblical perspective. In this Q&A Mix Tape episode, they share honest insight to help you discover truth and experience freedom in Christ.
Back to the Table with Amy Carlson
Advertising promotes a singular body image, but Christ’s view of perfection differs. Through Him and His design, we find true perfection. In this episode, FINDINGbalance Executive Director Chrissy Kirkman speaks with registered dietitian and co-founder of the Peace With Food app, Amy Carlson. Tune in to gain insights that will guide you in becoming who God intends you to be, regardless of your food and body image journey.
Back to Eden with Angelica Gonzalez
Trauma impacts our hearts. The plan of the enemy is to use our response to keep us in bondage, many times in the form of an eating disorder. But Jesus wants to break those chains so we can live with freedom and purpose.
Chasing Better with Heather Creekmore
How many times a day do you wish you were better at something or compare yourself to someone else? When you learn to uncover the spiritual root of body image issues, you will find freedom. Heather Creekmore shares some of the reasons we naturally compare ourselves to others and how we can break out of the endless cycle of comparison.
Diet Culture Soup with Dr. Alisa Shanks
A marinade infuses flavor. Unfortunately, we live in a diet culture infused with toxic messages about size, shape, body image, worth, value, what is and isn't "okay" to eat, how our bodies are "supposed" to look, and other lies from the enemy. Listen as Dr. Alisa Shanks helps us see how even in the midst of an eating disorder, God is the God of hope, healing, and restoration.
Food, Body, and Freedom in Christ with Travis Stewart
What does it mean to embrace a live-body experience by expressing gratitude for how your body functions? Counselor, recovery coach, and FINDINGbalance board member, Travis Stewart takes us through a journey of exploring how we use food and bodies in our culture, what the Bible teaches us about the body, and finding TRUE freedom and healing in Christ.