Synopsis
Welcome to EMBody Radio - a podcast devoted to expanded scientific knowledge in the sport of bodybuilding as well as within the health and fitness industry as a whole, helping us grow as individuals, and exploring the minds and stories of some of the fitness industry's most respected individuals.
Episodes
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Subtle Winning Habits of High Performers: 6 Tiny Behaviors That Separate the Average from the Excellent
14/10/2025 Duration: 41minIn this solo episode, I’m sharing the six subtle habits that I’ve seen across every high performer I’ve ever met — the people who not only rise to the top, but stay there. These aren’t the big, flashy routines or five-figure mastermind secrets; they’re the micro behaviors that create massive separation over time. These are the daily moves that make you magnetic, respected, and unstoppable. I’m also breaking down how to increase your risk tolerance, why structure equals freedom, and how your energy can influence every space you walk into. If you’re serious about embodying excellence in your career, your fitness, or your relationships , this one’s a masterclass in becoming the kind of person who simply wins differently. We dig into Six subtle habits shared by the world’s top performers Why “structure is freedom” and how to create it in your day The link between discomfort and growth (and how to train it) Closing the gap between idea and action, and why overthinking kills momentum The power of personal pr
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Micro Shifts, Major Results: the Small Changes That Transformed My Health, Beauty, and Productivity | with host Emily Duncan
07/10/2025 Duration: 01h03minIn this solo episode, I’m breaking down the micro shifts that have created the biggest changes in my fitness, beauty, and lifestyle over the last few years. These are the small, sustainable upgrades that make your life feel more intentional, more aligned, and more you, no massive overhaul required. If you’ve been craving a reset without burning your entire life down to start over…this one’s for you. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: My top “micro shifts” in fitness, health, beauty, fashion, organization, scheduling, and productivity that changed everything How a daily morning walk became my most sacred practice The shift from training fasted to fueling smarter for performance and recovery Why I’m spending more time at maintenance (and what that’s done for my physique + hormones) The gut protocol that changed my digestion, skin, and energy How breathwork replaced meditation in my morning routine My favorite beauty rituals right now — from hair oiling to brow lamination and cream products My top productivi
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$600 Million in Revenue and Counting: Lessons in Scaling, Self-Belief, and Bold Leadership | with Scarlett Leung and Emily Duncan
30/09/2025 Duration: 58minIn today’s episode of EMBody Radio, I sit down with Scarlett Leung — a powerhouse operator and entrepreneur who has scaled businesses from scratch to over $600 million in revenue. Scarlett brings a rare balance of creative vision and business logic, and in this conversation we break down the real skills and mindset shifts required to build at the highest levels. We dig into what it actually takes to grow a company beyond the startup phase, the realities of leadership, and why blending creativity with discipline is the ultimate entrepreneurial advantage. Whether you’re just starting your journey or scaling past 7+ figures, this episode will light a fire under you. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: Scarlett’s journey from CPA to scaling businesses to $600M+ in revenue The hardest transitions in growth: why the leap from $500M to $1B is the steepest The essential business/logical skills every entrepreneur should cultivate (finance, ops, HR, ecom) Why creative intuition is equally critical, and how Scarlett bala
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Becoming Unavailable for Mediocrity | with host Emily Duncan
25/09/2025 Duration: 45minIn this solo episode, I get real about mediocrity… why it’s sneaky, why it sounds like a “reasonable compromise,” and how it steals your future. I break down the Excellence Spectrum (below average → average/baseline → excellence), show you how to spot self-negotiation in real time, and give you practical tools to “negotiate up,” set standards and boundaries, and run the Excellence Equation: (standards + consistency + integrity), over time. We’ll rate core life areas (fitness, career/finances, relationships, spiritual health), pick one standard to raise this week, and use micro-upgrades to create macro transformation. If you’re ready to stop tolerating average and become magnetic to excellence, this one’s for you. Download, share, and let’s raise the bar today. For the high-achieving hot girls that want to recover better, support glowier skin, and promote longevity through better cellular health, get 20% off your first order of Mitopure and make wellness easier than ever. Fitness, health, and holistic wellne
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Why Every High Performer Needs Silence and Solitude | with host Emily Duncan
18/09/2025 Duration: 31minToday I’m breaking down why a silence and solitude practice is essential in a world drowning in inputs. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, confused, and unclear trying to navigate everyone else’s opinions, constantly scrolling, or defaulting to what you’re “supposed to” think and do, this one’s for you. I walk you through how I structure true silence (no music, no phone, no podcasts), my favorite timing windows, and a simple way to use inquiry prompts so you’re not just “sitting there,” you’re actually sharpening discernment. We talk about starting small, embracing pauses, being okay leaving without a final answer, and learning to balance emotion with logic so you can find your truth instead of rushing to the most convenient conclusion. You’ll leave with a practical framework to follow the thread with curiosity, regulate your inner world, and move through life more solid and self-led…online and IRL. Download, share with a friend, and let’s build the kind of focus that actually moves your life forward.
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Seeking God After Religion, Friendship Breakups, and Radical Accountability | with Krista Williams of Almost 30 and Emily Duncan
12/09/2025 Duration: 01h15minIn this episode, I sit down with Krista Williams from the Almost 30 podcast, and we go deep on the conversations most people avoid… the truth about female friendships, the power of radical accountability, and the process of finding your own spiritual connection outside of labels and dogma. We explore: How to navigate friendship breakups with honesty and integrity. Why women need permission to have preferences in their relationships. The difference between “my truth” vs. “the truth,” and how language can heal or harm. Reclaiming spirituality after losing connection to religion. Radical accountability as the most empowering practice in relationships and life. If you’ve ever struggled with misaligned friendships, questioned your spiritual path, or wanted to step deeper into your personal power, this conversation is going to land. Download, subscribe, and share with the women in your life who are on this journey with you. Krista’s IG Almost 30 Podcast For the high-achieving hot girls that want to recover be
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Self-Compassion as a High-Performance Tool: Why Beating Yourself Up Is Holding You Back | with host Emily Duncan
04/09/2025 Duration: 34minIn today’s episode, I’m diving into a topic that has changed both my personal life and my performance as a high-achieving woman: self-compassion as a tool for high performance. I used to believe that being relentlessly hard on myself was the only way to succeed. But over time (and through conversations with brilliant minds like Dr. Karin Nordin), I’ve learned that self-compassion is not weakness. It’s not laziness. It’s one of the most powerful performance tools you can have in your arsenal. Inside this episode, I break down: Why self-criticism fails long-term and how it sabotages performance. The three psychological components of self-compassion and how to actually use them. The paradox of failure: why avoiding failure keeps you from success. How pairing compassion with accountability accelerates growth. My personal journaling framework that blends honesty, compassion, and radical accountability. If you’ve ever thought “compassion is soft” or worried it would make you lazy, this episode will challenge eve
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From Panic Attacks to Freedom: Fitness, Mindset, and Being Famous in Your Hometown | with Dr. Jordan Shallow and Emily Duncan
28/08/2025 Duration: 01h15minIn this episode of EMBody Radio, I sit down with Jordan Shallow… chiropractor, strength coach, powerlifter, educator, and founder of Pre-Script (and an industry OG, let’s be honest) for a raw and wide-ranging conversation on fitness, mindset, and navigating life in the digital age. Jordan opens up about the disconnect that almost ended his career, the lessons from living out of his car and traveling the world teaching seminars, and why so many creators are losing touch with the real reason we train. Together, we dive into the traps of social media, the “mind virus” of entrepreneurship, and the importance of building real-world receipts before trying to scale online. If you’ve ever felt the pressure of curating an online persona, struggled with detachment from your mission, or wondered how to ground yourself in a chaotic world, this episode will hit home. You’ll learn: Why your story has to match your lived experience (or life will force a correction). How social media warps reward systems, and how to stay an
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Are You Ready to Receive Your Blessings? The Cost of What You’re Praying For | with host Emily Duncan
21/08/2025 Duration: 36minAre you unknowingly blocking the very blessings you’ve been asking for? Today we’re getting personal and we’re getting spiritual. From spiritual surrender to personal responsibility, we’re covering: What happens when we say we’re ready for the next level, but our habits, behaviors, or fears tell a different story The real-life costs of your prayers being answered Why manifestation culture often misses the mark (and what to ask instead) Lessons from wealth mismanagement, intimate partnership, and health challenges How to become the person who can hold and multiply the things you ask for What my own spiritual journey has taught me about co-creating with God (or whatever higher power resonates for you) If you’re in a season of becoming… if you're praying, visualizing, and wondering why it’s not showing up yet, this episode is your mirror. Journal Prompt: What would being ready (mentally, emotionally, spiritually) to receive your prayers actually look like? For the high-achieving hot girls that want to recover
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The Longevity Nutrient: Why C15 May Be the Most Important Molecule You’ve Never Heard Of | with Dr. Stephanie Venn Watson and Emily Duncan
14/08/2025 Duration: 01h55sDr. Stephanie Venn-Watson is back on the show, and this time, we’re going deep into the science of longevity. In this episode, we unpack the groundbreaking research behind C15:0, the first essential fatty acid discovered in over 90 years, and how it’s shifting everything we thought we knew about saturated fats, aging, and living longer well. We also talk about the launch of her new book, The Longevity Nutrient, and why this unassuming molecule might be the key to unlocking healthier aging, better mitochondrial function, deeper sleep, appetite regulation, and even improved dopamine levels. We break down: What C15 is (and why it matters) The difference between lifespan and health span Longevity molecules like rapamycin, metformin, and why C15 may outperform both The longevity regulating pathway and what it means for your future The real story behind saturated fats and how cellular fragility may be the result of decades of dietary misinformation Why you might feel calmer, more satiated, and more ene
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Rebranding Your Identity: The Art of Becoming That Girl Without Losing Yourself
07/08/2025 Duration: 43minWelcome back to EMBody Radio, where ambition meets embodiment and excellence isn’t something you chase, it’s something you live. In this episode, I break down what it really means to rebrand your identity and "become that girl" — without it becoming a performance or an aesthetic-only TikTok “glow-up” tutorial. This is your soul guide to the inner transformation required to match your vision, values, and energy to the next version of yourself. We get into: The invisible ceiling of identity that keeps high-performing women stuck My personal story of losing my voice after watering herself down Why becoming that girl is about alignment, not aesthetics A practical blueprint for your personal rebrand How to set 90-day standards, collapse the gap, and build real momentum This episode will help you reconnect to your voice, create habits that feel like you, and show up as the woman you know you’re meant to be. Whether you're in a season of reinvention or ready to rise from a season of contraction, this one is your e
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Why Your Nervous System is Blocking Your Success | with Natalie Hummel and Emily Duncan
31/07/2025 Duration: 01h11minWhat if your drive for perfection is actually the thing holding you back? In this powerful episode, I sit down with high-performance nervous system coach Natalie Hummel to unpack how unresolved nervous system patterns can limit success, even in the most disciplined and ambitious women. Natalie shares her journey from Olympic equestrian dreams to body shutdown, and how nervous system healing became the missing link in achieving real performance breakthroughs. This is the conversation every high achiever needs to hear…especially if you're tired of doing all the right things but still feel stuck at the same level. You’ll learn: What the “nervous system set point” is and how it blocks success How ego-based perfectionism can keep high performers stuck Why nervous system capacity (not motivation) is the key to next-level performance How to identify your emotional “set point” and safely expand it Practical tools to build resilience, emotional safety, and flow state on demand Whether you're an entrepreneur, athlete
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"Soft Girl Era" Didn't Heal Me, It Broke Me | with host Emily Duncan
24/07/2025 Duration: 32minIn this solo episode, I’m getting really real about my experience navigating the “soft girl era” and the ways it almost made me lose herself entirely. From moving across the country and completing my Pilates certification to untangling the spiritual programming that labeled my ambition as “too masculine,” I’m sharing a raw unfiltered account of reclaiming my voice, my vision, and the part of me that’s always been driven to go, do, and become. Whether you’ve dabbled in the neo-spiritual space, been told to “be more in your feminine,” or just feel like you’re drifting away from your fire, this episode is a must-listen. In today’s episode, I cover: Why I moved away from the neo-spiritual space The dangers of romanticizing passivity in the name of femininity How the “soft girl era” disconnected me from her goals, health, and sense of self The difference between balance and harmony, and why high performers need the latter Why abandoning structure isn’t healing (and what real integration looks like) I’m
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High-Visibility, High-Vulnerability: The Spiritual Cost of Building a Powerful Brand | with Victoria Pippo and Emily Duncan
17/07/2025 Duration: 01h18minThis is not your average entrepreneurship conversation. In this episode of EMBody Radio, I’m sitting down with spiritual business mentor, psychic channel, and truth-teller Victoria Pippo for a raw, soul-deep dive into the side of spiritual growth and high visibility no one talks about. We unpack the hidden costs of building a brand in the age of "algorithm pressure," psychic attack, and performative spirituality. If you’ve ever felt energetically fried, spiritually lost, or like your business success came at the expense of your soul… this episode is the permission slip and wake-up call you didn’t know you needed. Together, we explore: What really happens when high-achieving women wake up spiritually The truth about psychic attack and energetic interference in business How to protect your energy while still showing up powerfully online Why “everything is a sign” is dangerous without discernment The New Age self-obsession vs. Christian bypassing, and the middle path Victoria’s story of falling in love, walking
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Success by Design: Structure, Standards & Showing Up: The Excellence Edit EP 1 | with Sue Bush and Emily Duncan
10/07/2025 Duration: 01h23minWelcome to the very first episode of The Excellence Edit, a new series on EMBody Radio where we sit down with high performers who embody what it means to lead with power, precision, and personal integrity. Today’s guest? None other than Sue Bush: CEO, COO, and CFO of Physique Development, powerhouse fitness coach, and one of my closest friends and biggest inspirations. In this candid conversation, we unpack what it really means to pursue personal excellence, not as a vague ideal, but as a lived, daily standard. Expect fire quotes, no fluff, and the kind of clarity that’ll call you forward. We cover: Why excellence isn’t perfection, and how grace keeps you in the game longer How to structure your life when you don’t “feel like it” ADHD, time blindness, and removing friction for high performance Beauty, aesthetics, and how self-presentation reinforces self-respect Money, mission, and why more women should want to be wealthy The unsexy truth about consistency, boredom, and doing the reps Why your perfectionism
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Why We Moved Back to Austin and How to Know When You've Outgrown Something | with host Emily Duncan
03/07/2025 Duration: 26minWe're wrapping a little story time into a podcast! On today's show, I'm sharing more of the "why" behind our move to Austin, alongside the "lesson" of knowing when you've outgrown something and potentially even become complacent there. Cheers to new chapters! Get 15% off Cured Nutrition’s FLOW gummies for more focus and productivity without the stimulant crash with code EMILY Fitness, health, and holistic wellness for $22/month Interested in a luxury 1:1 online health coaching experience? Look no further than FENIX ATHLETICA, where we fuse science and soul for life-long transformation (inside AND out). Follow me on Instagram Follow EMBody Radio on Instagram
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Why You KNOW Better But Don't DO Better, Instinct vs. Intuition, and how to End Self-Sabotage for Good | with Bizzie Gold and Emily Duncan
26/06/2025 Duration: 01h16minYou're a high performing, self-aware, intelligent woman. You've done the therapy, you've listened to the podcasts and read all the books, you've done the journal prompts, and yet even though you KNOW better, it's not translating into DOING better. WTF? Today's guest, Bizzie Gold, has some answers. Bizzie Gold is a pioneering force in mental health innovation, reshaping the field with a data-driven approach to behavior prediction and rewiring. As the creator of Break Method, she has spent the last 11 years mapping tens of thousands of data sets, uncovering a groundbreaking truth: self-deception follows predictable patterns that can be accurately diagnosed and rewired without relying on a client’s self-awareness or narrative. In today's episode, we're diving deep on the subconscious patterns that keep us "knowing better without doing better," the difference between instinct and intuition, and the tools to break your self-sabotage patterns for good. Find Bizzie Here Bizzie's IG Get your Brain Map for 10% off wi
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Tradeoffs I Make to Live the Life I Want | with host Emily Duncan
19/06/2025 Duration: 43minDon't get me wrong, I'm THE champion for doing, being, and having it all. I want to live an absolutely HUGE life on my own terms. And also... I want to give a real peak behind the curtain, because everything in life involves tradeoffs - whether it's your fitness, your career, your relationships, everything is a give and take game. Give this episode a listen if you're in a season of evaluating what you REALLY want, and getting a clear idea of what some of those tradeoffs might look like for you, especially with fitness, body composition, entrepreneurship, and growing your social media platforms. For the high-achieving hot girls that want to recover better, support glowier skin, and promote longevity through better cellular health, get 20% off your first order of Mitopure and make wellness easier than ever. Fitness, health, and holistic wellness for $22/month Interested in a luxury 1:1 online health coaching experience? Look no further than FENIX ATHLETICA, where we fuse science and soul for life-long transfo
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When You Have Anxiety AND Big Dreams | with host Emily Duncan
12/06/2025 Duration: 32minThis one is dedicated to all my high-achieving girls with... (sometimes crippling) anxiety. I know sometimes it feels like dealing with mental health issues, whether that's anxiety or depression or something else, means you have a "built in" ceiling. I'm here to a) talk about my own experience with anxiety, and b) remind you why that's absolutely not true. Or at least it doesn't have to be. Fitness, health, and holistic wellness for $22/month Interested in a luxury 1:1 online health coaching experience? Look no further than FENIX ATHLETICA, where we fuse science and soul for life-long transformation (inside AND out). LMNT is LMNT is a DELICIOUS, science-based electrolyte drink mix with everything you need and nothing you don’t. No sugar. No coloring. No artificial ingredients. No gluten. No fillers. No BS. Head to drinklmnt.com/emdunc to get a FREE variety pack with your purchase! Follow me on Instagram Follow EMBody Radio on Instagram Shop CURED NUTRITION CBD/Hemp wellness products with code EMILY.
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The Lie of "Balance" | with host Emily Duncan
05/06/2025 Duration: 33min"You need to be more balanced." No... you don't. Balance is a lie, especially for high performers. It's an illusion that keeps you stuck and ends up feeling really unfulfilling in the long haul. In today's episode, we're diving into the lie of "balance" and how to practice strategic imbalance to foster the forward progression and growth you crave in your life without burning out or falling apart. Get 15% off Cured Nutrition’s FLOW gummies for more focus and productivity without the stimulant crash with code EMILY Fitness, health, and holistic wellness for $22/month Interested in a luxury 1:1 online health coaching experience? Look no further than FENIX ATHLETICA, where we fuse science and soul for life-long transformation (inside AND out). Follow me on Instagram Follow EMBody Radio on Instagram