Eat the Rules with Summer Innanen
Episodes
#325: Body Image Coach Certification students share their experiences
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Danni “Amapoundcake” Adams and I are together catching up with some of the past graduates of our Body Image Coach Certification program. They sh...
#324: Our Body Image Tools, Health Fears & Looking Like Our Parents with Ivy Felicia (Part 2)
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Ivy Felicia, The Body Relationship Coach. This is part 2 of our 2-part discussion on navigating the evolving relationship we have wit...
#323: Navigating Aging Body Changes with Ivy Felicia (Part 1)
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Ivy Felicia, The Body Relationship Coach. This is part 1 of our two-part discussion on navigating the evolving relationship we have w...
#322: Hormones, Blood Sugar & Intuitive Eating for Diabetes with Jessica Jones
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Jessica Jones, weight-inclusive RD and CEO and co-founder of Diabetes Digital. We’re dispelling some of the common myths that peopl...
#321: Dressing For Your Current Body with Dacy Gillespie
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by weight inclusive, anti-diet personal stylist, Dacy Gillespie. We’re talking about the importance of having clothes that fit and you...
#320: What the Research Says About Weight Loss with Alexis Conason (Revisited)
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m revisiting my interview with Alexis Conason, clinical psychologist, eating disorder specialist, and author of The Diet-Free Revolution, unpacki...
#319: Unpacking Peri/Menopause Nutrition Advice with Jenn Salib Huber
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Jenn Salib Huber, RD and Naturopathic Doctor who helps women manage menopause without diets and food rules. We’re talking about why...
#318: Can We Trust Nutrition Evidence? with Vincci Tsui
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Vincci Tsui (she/her) registered dietitian and certified intuitive eating counselor. We’re talking about Vincci’s experience work...
#317: “Ballerina Body,” anti-aging, trad wives and other body image trends with Danni “Amapoundcake” Adams
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Danni and I are recapping some of the beauty and other related trends influencing our body image. We’re talking about the “ballerina body,” the...
#316: Eating disorders & disordered eating in mid-life
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m sharing a summary of what the research says about eating disorders and disordered eating in mid-life, and why this lifestage can make people mo...
#315: How to Set Weight Neutral Fitness Goals with Louise Green
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Louise Green, personal trainer, author and creator of the Size Inclusive Training Academy. We’re talking about what we think about ...
#314: OCD and Eating Disorders + Finding Identity After Recovery with Abbie Attwood
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Abbie Attwood (she/her), an anti-diet, weight-inclusive nutritionist with a masters in clinical nutrition. We’re talking about Abbi...
#313: Worried about holiday “overeating” and food guilt? (Updated)
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m talking about how to manage holiday “overeating.” I give you specific ways to manage “overeating,” and guilt around eating certain foods...
#312: How Supremacy Culture Hurts Self-Worth with Caroline Sumlin
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Caroline J Sumlin, author of We'll All Be Free: How a Culture of White Supremacy Devalues Us and How We Can Reclaim Our True Worth. We...
#311: A Counterintuitive Way to Deal With Body Anxiety (Body Image Series)
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m talking about a counterintuitive way to manage body anxiety - whether that be from pictures or the mirror or in social situations. Show no...
#310: Do you need to lose weight to reduce pain? with DK Ciccone
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Dana Karen (“DK”) Ciccone, a certified Pilates instructor, owner of Movement Remedies, and author of You’re Meant to Move. We’...
#309: Attachment Styles and Body Image (Body Image Series)
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m talking about how attachment styles relate to body image. I’m sharing briefly about what the attachment styles are, how they relate to body im...
#308: Are processed foods really bad for you? with Shana Spence
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Shana Spence (she/her), Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and author of Live Nourished: Make Peace with Food, Banish Body Shame, and R...
#307: Body Grief - Missing the Body You Used to Have (Body Image Series)
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m exploring body grief – I talk about the different ways we might experience body grief, whether we can actually “overcome” it, why it’...
#306: Season 10 Premiere - changes and what to expect!
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is the premiere of Season 10 of Eat The Rules. I’m giving you an update on some changes that are happening and what to expect from this season ...
#305: Feeling Stuck with Body Acceptance? 5 Reasons why…(Body Image Series) Revisited
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m revisiting the body image series, breaking down 5 reasons we struggle with body acceptance and how to work through these struggles. Show notes...
#304: New! Trends influencing our body image and more with Danni “Amapoundcake” Adams
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Amapoundcake - we are talking about some of the trends we’re seeing that are influencing body image and body liberation, including ...
#303: 10 examples of Body Neutrality…(Body Image Series) Revisited
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m revisiting the body image series, talking about what body neutrality looks like in everyday life with some specific examples. Show notes: summ...
#302: How to Know if you Have a Healthy Body Image (Body Image Series) Revisited
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m revisiting the Body Image Series, talking about how to know if you have a healthy body image and the number one tool I use with clients to asses...
#301: What is Body Neutrality? (Body Image Series) Revisited
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m revisiting the Body Image Series, talking all about body neutrality - what is is and isn’t, what it looks like in real life, the stages peopl...
#300: 5 Lessons on Body Image After 10 years of This Podcast
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is episode 300 and the 10 year anniversary of this podcast. To celebrate I’m reflecting on 5 of the key lessons I’ve learned about body ima...
#299: What’s Behind Your Body Image Struggles with Jessi Kneeland
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Jessi Kneeland, a queer and non-binary body image coach, speaker, and author of the book BODY NEUTRAL: A Revolutionary Guide to Over...
#298: Understanding Health Beyond Weight with Ashantis Jones
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Ashantis Jones, Therapist, Mental Health Coach, NASM Certified Personal Trainer, and Group Fitness Instructor. We are talking about ...
#297: Weight Loss Medications (Ozempic, Wegovy, GLP-1s) with Dr. Asher Larmie
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Dr. Asher Larmie, Transmasculine weight-inclusive GP and leading expert in weight stigma. Asher is breaking down everything you need ...
#296: Finding purpose beyond dieting (Laura’s Story / YOF Spotlight)
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m sharing Laura’s story who was one of the incredible women who worked with me during the You, On Fire program. She talks about how she was cons...
#295: Aging, Body Image and Sexuality (Body Image Series)
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m looking at the influence of perimenopause - the transitional period before menopause - on sexuality and how this intersects with body image. ...
#294: Perimenopause and Body Image (Body Image Series)
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m talking about the influence of perimenopause – the transitional period before menopause – on body image. I’m looking at what the researc...
#293: Drinking and diet culture with Lael Atkinson
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Lael Atkinson, a certified professional recovery coach who works at the intersection of drinking and dieting. They are talking about...
#292: AITA Diet and Body Edition Part 2 - with Vinny Welsby
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m cohosting with my best buddy Vinny Welsby. Have you ever read the “Am I The Asshole” questions on Reddit? If you don’t ...
#291: AITA Diet and Body Edition Part 1 - with Vinny Welsby
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m cohosting with my best buddy Vinny Welsby. Have you ever read the “Am I The Asshole” questions on Reddit? If you don’t ...
#290: How Core Beliefs Influence Our Body Image with Nia Patterson
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Nia Patterson, author of the newly released “What’s The Story” A Guided Walkthrough of the Stories You Tell Yourself About You...
#289: Beyond Body Neutrality with Tiffany Ima
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Tiffany Ima, who is also a body image coach. She shares her story of how she developed exercise bulimia and bulimia and what helped ...
#288: Oprah & What to Do if Your Client Wants to Lose Weight with Danni “Amapoundcake” Adams
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Amapoundcake - we are talking about some of the recent headlines in the news around anti-fatness including the photos of Emily Ratajk...
#287: Body Acceptance After Weight Loss Surgery (Janine’s Story / YOF Spotlight)
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Janine, who was one of the incredible women who worked with me during the You, On Fire program. She talks about how she struggled wit...
#286: Letting go of external validation (Samantha’s Story / YOF Spotlight)
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Samantha, who was one of the incredible women who worked with me during the You, On Fire program. She talks about how aging had brough...
#285: Help! I have a friend who “watches their weight” (Body Image Series)
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m talking about what to do if you feel triggered by someone in your life who is “watching their weight,” and five things to consider when this...
#284: Is Recovery From an Eating Disorder Even Possible? With Cole Kazdin
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Cole Kazdin, author of the book What’s Eating Us - Women, Food and the epidemic of Body Anxiety. We’re talking about what “recov...
#283: Dealing with Aging Body Changes (Body Image Series)
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m walking you through different steps you can take to navigate shame you may have about your aging body and the importance of being curious about ...
#282: Similarities Between Anti-Aging Culture & Diet Culture (Body Image Series)
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m talking about the similarities between diet culture and anti-aging culture, and the importance of being more discerning of the messages we’re ...
#281: Building Confidence and Being Unashamed with Leah V
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Leah V, author of Unashamed: Musings of a Fat, Black, Muslim. We talk about her incredible story of how she battled an eating disorder...
#280: Dealing with Weight Changes (Body Image Series)
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m walking you through a 3-phase framework to deal with weight change and talking about the importance of processing the feelings that come with we...
#279: When You Fear Weight Gain (Body Image Series)
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m talking about what to do when you fear weight gain. I also explore where this fear comes from and how it holds us back, as part of the Body Imag...
#278: Season 9 Premier - changes, survey results, and what to expect from this season
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is the premier of season 9 of the podcast. I’m giving you an update on some changes that are happening, what to expect from this season, and I’...
#277: When you “intellectually get it” but still feel bad in your body (Body Image Series Revisited)
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m talking about when you “intellectually get it” but still feel bad in your body, what this process can look like, and what you can do to move...
#276: What to do if you still want to lose weight (the answer might surprise you) (Body Image Series Revisited)
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#276: What to do if you still want to lose weight (the answer might surprise you) (Body Image Series Revisited) Description: I’m talking about nega...
#275: Misconceptions About Body Acceptance (Body Image Series Revisited)
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m unpacking 4 misconceptions about body acceptance that will help you shift your perspective and make accepting your body easier, as part of the B...
#274: Where Our Body Image Comes From (Body Image Series Revisited)
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m unpacking where our body image comes from and how to unpack your own body image origins. I also talk about how this is a systemic and cultural i...
#273: What We Get Wrong About Self-Care with Taylor Elyse Morrison
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Taylor Elyse Morrison, author of Inner Workout. We’re talking about how she went from being terrible at self-care, to now helping ot...
#272: When Healthy Eating Goes Too Far - Recovering from Orthorexia with Esther Kane
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Esther Kane, Eating Disorder Psychotherapist. We’re talking about her recovery from Orthorexia, some of the signs and symptoms of O...
#271: Changing Beliefs About Fatness with Aubrey Gordon
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Aubrey Gordon, co-host of Maintenance Phase and author of What We Don’t Talk About When We Talk About Fat and “You Just Need to Lo...
#270: Aging and Body Image with Deb Benfield
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Deb Benfield, Registered Dietician Nutritionist and pro-aging advocate. We’re talking about why concerns about aging and what that d...
#269: Body Image Coach Certification students share their experiences
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Danni “Amapoundcake” Adams and I are together catching up with some of the past graduates of our Body Image Coach Certification program. They shar...
#268: Debunking Wellness Claims with Christy Harrison
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Christy Harrison, author of Anti-Diet and most recently The Wellness Trap. We’re talking about why, as a culture, we’re so obsesse...
#267: 300 Pounds and Running with Martinus Evans
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Martinus Evans, author of Slow AF Run Club and creator of the page 300 pounds and running. We’re talking about how Martinus ran his ...
#266: Eating Disorders as Anxiety Disorders with Chris Sandel
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Chris Sandel, nutritionist and coach. We’re talking about what we can learn about eating disorders and diet recovery from the Minnes...
#265: From Personal Body Liberation to Collective Liberation with Chrissy King
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Chrissy King, Author of The Body Liberation Project. We’re talking about Chrissy’s journey towards body liberation, how she was se...
#264: Why “Dismantling Diet Culture” Isn’t Enough with Jessica Wilson
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Jessica Wilson, MS, RD, and Author of It’s Always Been Ours. We’re talking about why “dismantling diet culture” isn’t enough...
#263: Why Self-Compassion is so Hard (Body Image Series)
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We often struggle with self-compassion and yet, it’s a fundamental skill to develop to heal your relationship with your body. I’m breaking down 5 ...
#262: 7 Ways Perfectionism Hinders Body Acceptance (Body Image Series)
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m breaking down 7 ways we bring perfectionism into body acceptance work and what to do instead. I also talk about how perfectionism and struggling...
#261: Feeling Stuck with Body Acceptance? 5 Reasons Why… (Body Image Series)
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m breaking down five reasons we struggle with body acceptance and how to work through these struggles. I also talk about why it’s normal to stru...
#260: 10 Examples of Body Neutrality (Body Image Series)
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m talking about what body neutrality looks like in everyday life with some specific examples. I also explore how body neutrality is a gateway to h...
#259: How to know if you have a healthy body image (Body Image Series)
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m talking about how to know if you have a healthy body image and the number one tool I use with clients to assess this, as part of the Body Image ...
#258: Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture with Virginia Sole-Smith
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Virginia Sole-Smith, Author of Fat Talk: Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture. We’re talking about how our culture is fixated on bot...
#257: When You Still Have the Diet Mentality with Gillian McCollum and Tamsin Broster
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Tamsin Broster and Gillian McCollum, anti-diet and body image coaches. We’re talking about binge eating and diet mentality and how t...
#256: Identifying, Embracing and Honoring Your Needs with Mara Glatzel
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Mara Glatzel, author of Needy and fellow coach. We’re talking about how to get in touch with our needs (and why it’s necessary to ...
#255: Navigating Body Image When You’re Highly Sensitive with Ivy Felicia
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Ivy Felicia, The Body Relationship Coach. We talk about what it’s like to be highly sensitive individuals, how this influences your ...
#254 Part 2: Clients Share Their Journeys (You, On Fire Spotlight Series)
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this special 2-part episode I’m speaking to two incredible women who I've had the pleasure of working with in You, On Fire. In this episode, w...
#254 Part 1: Clients Share Their Journeys (You, On Fire Spotlight Series)
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this special 2-part episode I’m speaking to two incredible women who I've had the pleasure of working with in You, On Fire. In this episode, w...
#253: Self-Marriage & Body Image Coaching with Danni “Amapoundcake” Adams
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Danni “Amapoundcake” Adams and we’re talking about her recent self-marriage and what inspired her to do this. We also talk about...
#252: How to Make Health Changes When You’ve Had Diet Brain with Esther Tambe
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Esther Tambe, Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. We are talking about her story of going to a ...
#251: The Dark Side of Wellness Culture with Rina Raphael
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Rina Raphael, journalist and author of The Gospel of Wellness - Gyms, Gurus, Goop, and the False Promise of Self-Care. We are talking ...
#250: How to talk to your kids about body image with Pam Luk
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Pam Luk, the founder of Ember & Ace, an athletic wear brand for plus size kids. She’s talking about what it was like growing up as a...
#249: Free The Jiggle with Jessie Diaz-Herrera @curveswithmoves
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Jessie Diaz-Herrera, the body-positive dance instructor otherwise known as Curves with Moves. We are talking about what her experience...
#248: Worried About Holiday “Overeating” & Weight Gain? (revisited)
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’m revisiting a classic episode where I talk about how to manage holiday “overeating” and concerns about your weight. I give you specific ways ...
#247: How to Respond to Diet and Body Talk (+ scripts) with Amy Green Smith
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Amy Green Smith, certified and credentialed life coach and hypnotherapist, masterful speaker, and personal empowerment expert. We are ...
#246 Part 2: Clients Share Their Journeys (You, On Fire Spotlight Series)
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this special 2-part episode I’m speaking to two incredible women who I've had the pleasure of working with in You, On Fire. In this episode, w...
#246 Part 1: Clients Share Their Journeys (You, On Fire Spotlight Series)
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this special 2-part episode I’m speaking to two incredible women who I've had the pleasure of working with in You, On Fire. In this episode,...
#245: Body Positivity vs Fat Liberation with Ingrid Pipes
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Ingrid R. Pipes, National Certified Counselor, who is fat, queer, gender non-conforming, and neuro-divergent. We talk about how being ...
#244: Reclaiming Body Trust with Hilary Kinavey & Dana Sturtevant
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Hilary Kinavey and Dana Sturtevant, authors of Reclaiming Body Trust and founders of the Center for Body Trust. We talk about how to o...
#243: Mirror-Checking & Mirror Avoidance (Body Image Series)
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’m talking about overcoming mirror-checking and mirror avoidance. I also talk about why mirror-checking is often a hidden substitute for the scale,...
#242: Why you should stop weighing yourself (Body Image Series)
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’m talking about why you need to stop weighing yourself or any form of tracking your body size or food/movement. I also talk about five reasons why...
#241: Do you have Superwoman Syndrome? (Body Image Series)
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’m taking a deep dive into Superwoman syndrome - if you struggle with trying to do it all and be it all, then you won’t want to miss this. I talk...
#240: Season 8 begins - personal update + fav episodes
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is the season 8 premiere of Eat the Rules, and I’m talking about how I feel after my hysterectomy and how my recovery from surgery + a social m...
#239: How to Stop Caring What Others Think (Body Image Series Revisited)
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this best of episode, I’m talking about how to stop caring so much about what other people think (overcoming fear of judgment). Specifically, why...
#238: How To Stop Comparing Yourself to Others (Body Image Series Revisited)
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this best of episode, I’m talking about how to overcome comparisons. Specifically, why we compare, why comparisons are one of the hardest things ...
#237: Body Image Coach Certification program experience with Danni “Amapoundcake” Adams
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Danni “Amapoundcake” Adams and I are together reflecting on our first time teaching the Body Image Coach Certification program. We share what we e...
#236: Detaching From The Thin Ideal (Body Image Series Revisited)
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this best of episode, I’m talking about breaking the attachment to the thin ideal. Specifically, why it’s so hard to break the attachment to th...
#235: Believing You Are Good Enough (Body Image Series Revisited)
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this best of episode, I’m talking about what gets in the way of believing that we’re good enough, how to build self-worth, and why it’s so da...
#234: Intuitive Eating & Body Image (Body Image Series Revisited)
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this best of episode, I’m talking about the relationship between our body image and our ability to eat intuitively, as part of the Body Image Ser...
#233: How To Feel Better In Your Body (Body Image Series Revisited)
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this best of episode, I’m talking about the biggest mistake we make when trying to feel better in our body and how to feel better in your body bo...
#232: Personal Update - Adenomyosis, IUD, Anxiety and more
28 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’m running solo giving you a bit of a personal update as to what’s been going on in my life over the past few months, including a diagnosis with ...
#231: Alcohol and Intuitive Eating - How to Approach it
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’m running solo talking about how to navigate alcohol and intuitive eating. I talk about the two differences between alcohol and food when it comes...
#230: Rant: 5 Reasons “Eat in moderation” is useless advice
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’m running solo ranting about the 5 reasons why eating in moderation is useless advice. I also explore what moderation means, how this phrase is ac...
#229: Food Freedom Q&A with Marie-Pier Pitre-D’Iorio, RD
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Marie-Pier Pitre-D’Iorio, RD, answering lots of your questions on how to find food freedom. You don’t want to miss this one as we ...
#228: Ending Mealtime Battles with Kids with Emma Wright
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Emma Wright talking about how to end the struggles and mealtime battles that happen with kids. She talks about how the pressure to hav...