The Jessie Golden Podcast

133. Advice for 20s me who was obsessed w/ food & body

03 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm giving young me (and any woman today) advice when I was struggling with food and body obsession in my teens and early 20s. K...

132. Feminine Energy with Jillz Guerin (Queen of YouTube)

20 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm joined by the feminine energy queen of youtube, Jillz Guerin. I discovered her work last year, and I have learned SO much! I...

131. How I healed my chronic health issues & got my life back

22 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I'm detailing how I overcome my chronic health issues that took over my life a few years ago. I was really anxious for this peri...

130. 10 ways to romanticize summer

08 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I'm sharing 10 simple ways to upgrade your summer and stop feeling like you're living a stale, boring, Groundhog day each a...

129. 10 step blueprint to stop obsessing about food & your body

25 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I'm sharing your 10 step blueprint to stop obsessing about food and your body. There is a huge, big life out there for you to li...

128. Stop saying this if you want to level up

11 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I'm sharing four common elements/habits/ways of thinking of women who get what they want in life, including my pet peeve saying ...

127. 10 habits of naturally thin women

27 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I'm sharing four common elements/habits/ways of thinking of women who get what they want in life, including my pet peeve saying ...

126. My triumph over Hashimoto's

13 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I'm sharing my experience with Hashimoto's after being diagnosed in 2019. I'm detailing how I found out, what I felt l...

125. My 'glow up' in 5 steps

30 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I'm sharing the five BIG things that led to my "glow up" from 2019 to today in 2025. I learned a lot about what it rea...

124. The hidden key to long-term weight loss

16 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I'm sharing the real truth behind the women who get lean and STAY lean long-term...and it's not what you're likely thi...

123. 5 keys to feminine energy while getting lean

02 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I'm sharing 5 keys to incorporating feminine energy into your weight loss process. These have been essential for me to lose the ...

122. 6 common weight loss myths (I fell for every single one)

16 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I'm sharing 6 common weight loss myths, and I believed each and every one of them at a time! These are extremely common on socia...

121. 5 tips to build REAL self confidence (#1 will surprise you!)

08 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I'm sharing five tips for developing true, unwavering self-confidence, and my advice is contrary to what a lot of people will te...

120. 4 huge weight loss mistakes I made

02 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I'm sharing four of the many mistakes I've made over the last 20ish years, as I began my first diet at 16 years old (sad, I...

119. 5 tips to FINALLY stick to your fitness goals

19 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I'm sharing five tips for finally sticking to your health and fitness goals in 2025. These aren't the usual, surface-level ...

118. 5 Tips For Accepting Your Body Before Weight Loss

22 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I'm sharing five tips for learning to love and accept yourself AND your body right now, even if you want to change it. This proc...

117. 9 Soft Life Fitness & Wellness Habits

08 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I'm sharing how you can achieve fitness and wellness (long-term!) without it feeling like a stale, bro-y, dull experience, and c...

116. 8 weight loss red flags

24 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I'm sharing 8 weight loss red flags I commonly see floating around the internet, and knowing these will save you a TON of time! ...

115. How I Found Food Freedom *Life Changing*

10 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I'm sharing how I finally found freedom with food (while still allowing myself to change my body down the road). I truly hope th...

114. 10 easy ways to romanticize the fall season (basic girl approved)

27 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I'm sharing 10 simple ways to romanticize the fall season - basic girl approved🍂Things mentioned in the podcast:LMNT electrol...

113. How I lost 30 lbs using a "soft life" approach

13 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm sharing how I lost 30 lbs after gaining weight rapidly due to chronic health issues in 2019, and how I did it while protecti...

112. Nervous system myths & parts theory with Jenna Hamm

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m joined by the amazing Jenna Hamm once again. Jenna is a clinical social worker from Manitoba, Canada. She's trained in mul...

111. My Egg Freezing Journey

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m sharing the nitty gritty details of my egg freezing journey I recently went on. It was filled with a lot of ups and downs, and ...

110. 7 Steps For Navigating The Fear Of Failure

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m doing a dive into the very common (i.e. universal) fear of failure. This roadblock is so important to navigate, as it can be th...

109. The Art of Surrender With Your Body

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m breaking down the importance of surrendering to the wisdom of our bodies, how NOT doing this often manifests with dieting, heal...

108. How to Move Through Discomfort With Your Food & Body Goals

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m sharing the importance of moving through discomfort if you don’t want to repeat the same patterns for the next 5, 10, 20 year...

107. Stop Taking Yourself So Seriously w/Beauty

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Beauty trends are NON-stop these days, and unless we want to be puppeteered for the rest of our lives by social media and the media at large, we need ...

106. 4 Big Mistakes Women Make When Trying to Get Leaner

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You all know that I’m HUGE on your relationship with food coming before intentional fat loss, so we won’t be diving too* deeply into that in this ...

105. Why Low Impact Workouts Are So Popular + What to Consider

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Low impact workouts have become all the rage over the last several years, and the reasons why are very understandable! And yet, the pendulum has swung...

104. Q&A: How I Stay Slim Eating What I Want, Endurance Running, Pilates & More!

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s dive into a juicy Q&A episode, shall we? In this episode, I’m covering a few of your questions, including if endurance running is bad fo...

103. What to Do When Your Clothes Don’t Fit (Or Are Too Tight)

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve all been there - we try on a pair of pants we haven’t worn in a few months, or maybe a year, and they don’t fit. This can easily send a wo...

102. What Should Your Next Health or Physique Goal Be?

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you know what your next step should be with health, physique, fitness, and mindset? It can absolutely be confusing in today’s world, so we’...

101. 6 Ways I Manage Stress

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Due to popular demand, I’m sharing the top ways I manage stress. If you’re at all familiar with my work, you won’t be expecting surface-level ti...

100. 6 Keys to Getting Lean Without Ruining Your Relationship With Food

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As you may know, protecting your relationships with food is my primary focus and is one of the core values of my business. In fact, I was hesitant to ...

99. 5 Sneaky Things Holding Women Back From Long-term Fat Loss

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’re diving deep today as we get into the 5 common yet sneaky things holding back from long-term weight loss results. You can apply this informatio...

98. Soft Life Fat Loss

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’re getting into a juicy topic that’s near and dear to my heart today! In this episode, I’m sharing how fat loss can be a nourishing and, dare...

97. 5 Reasons Why You Know How to Lose Weight But Aren’t Getting Results

04 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you feel like you know WHAT to do when it comes to losing body fat, but you aren’t seeing results, this episode is for you. It’s incredibly com...

96. Jenny the Nutritionist: What it Really Takes to Gain Muscle & Lose Body Fat

28 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m joined by the wonderful Jenny Blake of Jenny the Nutritionist. She shares her own struggles trying her hardest to see the resul...

95. 8 Things Women Do to Fix Food Issues That do NOT Work

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m serving out some real tough love as I share the 8 things I commonly see women do in an effort to resolve their food issues that...

94. Alyssa Chang: metabolic recovery using the brain

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m joined by neuroscience health coach, Alyssa Chang. With the Health and Fitness industry currently saturated with quick fix and ...

93. Tips For Living in The Grey This Holiday Season

07 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m sharing tangible tips for enjoying the holiday season without going to either extreme end of the spectrum: eating everything in...

92. Why You're Not Seeing Results (Food Freedom Edition)

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode was inspired by a recent Q&A call with some of the women inside of Food Freedom Evolution. I’m breaking down why we so often are wo...

91. Meeting My Shadow & Most Shameful Parts

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m sharing my shadow aspects - the parts of me that have brought me the most shame throughout my life. When we don’t own the par...

90. How I Lost My Period & Got it Back

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m sharing my journey with losing my menstrual cycle at the age of 16 and the long road to recovering it. I’m sharing what I bel...

89. 12 Most Common Mistakes Women Make When Trying to Build Muscle

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m sharing the 12 most common mistakes women make when trying to build muscle. I’ve made each and every one of these, so I know ...

88. Are you under-eating? Why you need to know

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m sharing the two typical profiles of women who accidentally under-eat, how this differs from most of America, why it’s so impo...

87. 8 qualities of women who FINALLY heal their relationships with food, exercise & their body

19 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m sharing the 8 common qualities, belief systems, and traits of the women who achieve the greatest success in my Food Freedom Evo...

86. Aging & Anti-aging: Where do we draw the line?

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m sharing my raw, vulnerable, honest thoughts about all things aging and anti-aging. As a 34 year old woman, the pressure to main...

85. Carly Anna: The truth about manifestation & behavior change

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m chatting with Carly Anna of The Midas Coach! I worked with Carly one-on-one for a year, and I couldn’t keep her to myself aft...

84. 3 big reasons women never reach their fat loss goals

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I breakdown some of the most common reasons why women don’t reach their physique goals, and the reasons might surprise you! Think t...

83. Is your metabolism ready for fat loss? Hormones, stress & more

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share the nuances of knowing whether or not your metabolism is ready for fat loss, including chronic stress, excess body fat, lifes...

82. The huge life realization I had that will help your food & body goals

14 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share the huge breakthrough moment I had while living in NYC in 2022, and what I have learned since then. This realization has impa...

81. 6 common subconscious fears about losing weight

07 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I'm sharing the six most common subconscious fears of getting leaner I've seen with my clients, and I've perso...

80. 8 Most common fat loss mistakes

31 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m sharing the 8 most common fat loss mistakes I see with the clients I work with, and former me made every single one of them! If...

79. Stress & weight loss: is it the right time?

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we’re talking about stress, weight loss, and how to determine if it’s the right time for you to move forward. Understanding the i...

78. How shame kept me from my goals

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m sharing my deepest moments of shame with my body, diet and fitness, how they kept me from my goals, and how overcoming these we...

77. Q&A: Answering your questions

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m answering your questions! This format allows me to dive more deeply into your questions that you asked me over on my Instagram ...

76. Alcohol - my habits & thoughts

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m discussing a highly controversial and hotly debated topic, alcohol. It’s everyone’s favorite vice that we love to hate, and...

75. Why listening to your body isn't enough

27 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I reveal why listening to your body is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to your relationship with food and your body. While ...

74. When is your physique enough?

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m sharing the 7 things you want to consider when contemplating changing your physique. There is *nothing* wrong with wanting your...

73. 9 ways to find your authentic self

13 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Finding your authentic self is an ongoing process, and today I am going to talk about 9 topics that can help you to find your most authentic self. It...

72. Should we only rely on research?

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I’m talking about a very important, but very nuanced top: research in health and wellness.Like a lot of things in the health a...

71. Balancing exercise while improving your relationship with food

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we are diving into how to balance exercise while improving your relationship with food. This is one that I do not think is discussed enough beca...

70. Health update - intuitive vs intentional eating

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I am going into the personal stuff, all about my personal health update. I'll be talking about my experience with recent stressors and its ...

69. Jade Teta on how to change our identity & what it means to be a man today

15 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm chatting with someone I've admired in the industry for a long time, not just due to his expertise, but due to the way h...

68. Navigating infertility w/Drea & Caitlin of the Nest Fertility

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm talking to Drea Cloak and Caitlin Townsend about their journeys with infertility, the lessons learned, wisdom gained, and ho...

67. Self Healing w/Jenna Hamm

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm talking to integrative therapist, yoga teacher, mother, lifelong learner, and self-healer, Jenna Hamm of @feltsensewpg on In...

66. SLA Results w/Kati N.

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm sharing another Sustainably Lean Academy client's experience. Kati gets real about what her relationship with food look...

65. SLA success w/student Felicia

10 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm thrilled to have SLA client Felicia on the podcast to share her raw, real, vulnerable experience with the course. She is a m...

64. The problems with most diet strategies

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm breaking down where the most popular diets and eating approaches go wrong, what to look out for, and what you should be focu...

63. Masculine & feminine energy in wellness

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm breaking down how we can leverage the concepts of masculine vs feminine energy with our own wellness. This is a nuanced topi...

62. How I healed from chronic stress + manage it today

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this highly requested episode, I'm sharing what really led me to my chronic health issues and the real-deal truth about what it took to heal. ...

61. Kristine Andali - Recovering from elite crossfit, traumatic injury, hormonal imbalances

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm joined by former elite-level Crossfit athlete, Kristine Andali! She has a powerful story to share as we dive in to her journ...

60. Overcoming disordered eating to THRIVING w/ Lara Salamone

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I'm joined by my guest, Lara Salamone, in today's episode! I started following Lara months ago and was immediately drawn into her balanced, ...

59. Developing a grown-ass woman mindset with food

25 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm breaking down why so many of us developed an adolescent mindset with food, health, and fitness, what this looks like, and ho...

58. Why I quit Crossfit

18 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm sharing my Crossfit journey and why I ultimately quit in 2019. I absolutely adored crossfit for many, many years and am so g...

57. Pelvic floor health w/ Dr. Jen Buono

12 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Jen Buono, doctor of physical therapy, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), a CrossFit Level...

56. Are we getting too soft?

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm getting into the nitty gritty of how the pendulum may have swung too far the other way when it comes to comfort in society t...

55. Life update - I got a new BFF!

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do I regret my new puppy? Let's talk about it! In this episode, I'm sharing the good, the bad, the ugly and the learnings I've had thus...

54. Should YOU be trying to lose weight?

26 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm breaking down why you may NOT want to pursue weight loss right now in an intentional way, and what I recommend you focus on ...

53. Ultimate fat loss techniques: How to ensure you KEEP your results

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm sharing some of the KEY concepts to understand and of course, put into action, when it comes to sustainable fat loss. Focusi...

52. How you've been working against your metabolism & what to do instead

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve likely seen great results from dieting in the past…when your metabolism was fresh and responsive. Yet, with every fat loss attempt, you see...

51. My embarrassing admission + how it will help your fat loss mindset

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm sharing an embarrassing admission of what I said during a group coaching call in a business program over the summer. CRINGE!...

50. NY Resolutions + what I'm leaving behind in 2022

29 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm sharing my thoughts on NY resolutions and what I'm committing to leaving behind in 2022. The last year was quite the wh...

#49 - Why I moved back to Denver

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm sharing why I decided to move back to Denver after moving away in early 2021. The last two years have been a whirlwind, and ...

#48 - Prison vs chaos with food + how to find balance

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm sharing how to find the middle, or the elusive "moderation", with food. This conversation will also be helpful for...

#47 - How to change your food behaviors QUICKLY

20 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm sharing the practice that radically transformed my relationship with food QUICKLY. I also use this with any changes I'm...

#46 - Why I gained 25 lbs w/chronic illness + how I healed

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm sharing what led to me gaining 25 lbs. in six months due to chronic stress and how I eventually healed myself. It required a...

#45 - Body trends: Is "heroin chic" back?

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hellooo, if this title has you in a panic, don't you worry. In this episode, I'm sharing why the "waif-like" body trends that beca...

#44 - Before & After Photos

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm sharing my thoughts and perspectives on "before & after" photos after I shared my own last week. This is a jui...

#43 - Why fat loss is so hard + what to do about it

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm sharing some of the main barriers to sustainable fat loss, including biological, emotional, social, and misinformation. The ...

#42 - Human Design with Caitlin Kirkpatrick

09 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You guys are going to absolutely love this conversation with Caitlin Kirkpatrick! She shares her experience with burnout and health issues, which ulti...

#41 - Ali Bonar from Oathaus

25 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm talking to the founder of Oat Haus, Ali Bonar! She's such a gem of an energy on Instagram, where she shares her journey...

#40 - What I'm Loving Lately

18 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm sharing all of the items, foods, entertainment, practices, and more that I'm loving lately! I hope this gives you some ...

#39 - 3 Keys to Stop Overeating

11 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is short, sweet, and packed with what you need to know about the causes of your overeating AND what you need to do about it.  There are ...

#38 - How routine kills a relationship w/food

04 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm sharing how travel saved my relationship with food and the damage too much routine can do, especially when it's done un...

#37 - Katy Allan: Cancel culture, hunting + love of food

21 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I bring you an incredibly refreshing woman, Katy Allen. She isn't someone who fits the mold, as a southerner, woman, or content ...

#36 - Why you should resistance train

14 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I know, I hate anyone telling me I "should" do something too, but my hopes with this episode is to share enough benefits to resistance train...

#35 - Phasic Nutrition

31 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm breaking down why you so commonly hear about "fat loss phases" or calorie deficits, maintenance, and calorie surpl...

#34 - Michaela North from Hungry Fitness

24 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with Michaela North from Hungry Fitness to discuss how she developed such a strong growth-mindset, the joy she finds in ra...