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Today we sit down with hormone expert and bestselling author Dr. Mariza Snyder, DC to unpack the misunderstood phase of perimenopause—a time of powerful transition that affects every woman but is rarely talked about with clarity and compassion. Mariza defines what perimenopause really is (and how early it can begin), while highlighting symptoms like brain fog, mood shifts, energy crashes, and stubborn weight gain that are too often misdiagnosed or ignored. Drawing from both science and personal experience, she explains how estrogen impacts everything from mental clarity to metabolism, and why muscle mass and metabolic health are non-negotiables after 40. If you're a woman navigating this stage—or someone who loves one—this episode will leave you feeling informed, validated, and ready to thrive in your next chapter.

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In this episode we discuss...

00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Dr. Mariza Snyder 02:15 – What is Perimenopause? How It Differs from Menopause 05:00 – Early Symptoms Most Women Miss 08:20 – Estrogen and the Brain: Why It Matters for Energy & Mood 11:45 – Dr. Mariza’s Personal Journey into Perimenopause 15:30 – Hormone Imbalance or Just Life? How to Tell the Difference 18:50 – The Power of Muscle: Weight Gain, Insulin, and Aging 21:30 – Lifestyle Shifts: Movement, Sleep, and Metabolic Health 25:00 – Natural Solutions vs. Hormone Therapy: What’s Right for You? 28:45 – The Critical Role of Cycle Tracking and Lab Testing 32:10 – Why Women Over 40 Need to Prioritize Self-Advocacy 36:00 – Dr. Mariza’s Go-To Daily Practices for Hormone Health 39:20 – Final Thoughts: You're Not Broken—You're Transforming

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EFR 901: Perimenopause Explained: Brain Fog, Weight Gain, & Fatigue — What Every Woman Needs to Know with Dr. Mariza Snyder

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In this powerful and timely episode of Ever Forward Radio, Chase sits down with Louisiana State Senator Patrick McMath, Chairman of the Senate Health and Welfare Committee, to discuss a growing national movement around children’s health, school nutrition, and public policy reform. Senator McMath dives deep into his groundbreaking Senate Bill 14 (Act 463)—a first-of-its-kind initiative to limit artificial dyes, additives, and sweeteners in school meals, introduce QR code ingredient transparency, and improve the overall nutritional standards in Louisiana schools.

What began as a personal journey to restore his family’s health evolved into a statewide wellness movement—and a national example of how policy can reshape public health from the ground up. Together, Chase and Patrick explore the intersection of wellness, politics, and personal responsibility, how chaos can lead to reform, and why the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement is transforming how we think about food and children’s well-being.

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In this episode we discuss...

02:00 – Meet Senator Patrick McMath

04:45 – From Infrastructure to Health Care Reform

08:40 – Louisiana’s Health Crisis

11:15 – A Personal Wake-Up Call: His Wife’s Health Journey

13:45 – The Book That Changed Everything: End of Cravings

17:20 – From Family Health to Public Policy

20:00 – Children, Schools, and the MAHA Movement

27:20 – The “Maha Moms” and Grassroots Advocacy

33:00 – What SB 14 Actually Does

37:00 – Learning from Other States & Building Momentum

41:00 – Forcing Big Food to the Table

46:00 – Transparency, QR Codes, and What’s Next

50:00 – The Economics of Healthy Change

54:30 – Good Chaos: Disrupting for Progress

59:10 – Profits vs. Public Health

1:05:00 – The SNAP Program and Coca-Cola’s Pushback

1:10:00 – Public Engagement & The Power of the People

1:13:00 – How Podcasts Drive Change

1:17:00 – Rapid Fire: Prevention, Education, and Chronic Disease

1:19:30 – His Decade Wish: Eradicating Cancer & Autism’s Rise

1:21:00 – Politics Meets Wellness

1:24:10 – Ever Forward

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EFR 900: Politics Meets Wellness, Why MAHA is "Good Chaos" and How the SB 14 Bill is Changing America's Healthcare with Senator Patrick McMath

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Whether you’re chasing your own purpose, trying to break through excuses, or learning how to balance ambition with presence, this conversation is a masterclass in intentional living. Chase sits down with entrepreneur, best-selling author, helicopter pilot, and ultra-endurance athlete Álvaro Núñez. From hallucinating in the Sahara Desert to completing seven marathons on seven continents in a single week, Álvaro’s journey shows how to transform obstacles into superpowers. He shares how to find (or let life reveal) your “why,” why silence can build resilience more than constant grinding, and how curiosity keeps him striving for new challenges in life, business, and adventure.

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00:00 – Introduction: Meet Álvaro Núñez, his mission, and the focus of today’s conversation.

01:30 – The Sahara Desert & The Weight of Depression: Álvaro’s story of endurance, purpose, and carrying others’ burdens.

08:00 – When Your Why Finds You: Training for the world’s toughest bike race while his father battles cancer.

15:30 – The Power of Silence: Why stillness, solitude, and retreats matter more than constant hustle.

25:00 – Pressure as Privilege: Embracing pain, setbacks, and fear as growth opportunities.

32:00 – Curiosity as a Compass: How Álvaro keeps seeking growth in life, sports, and family.

45:00 – Resilience Through Pain: Running seven marathons on seven continents with broken ribs.

55:00 – Storytelling Over Performance: Using experiences to inspire and empower through social media.

1:06:00 – Ever Forward Philosophy: Álvaro’s definition of living with intentionality and relentless action.

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EFR 899: Motivation Fades, Devotion Stays - How to NEVER Give Up in Life with Alvaro Nuñez

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Ready to unlock the science and resilience behind cold plunging? In this episode, I sit down with Kristin Weitzel, breathwork coach and cold exposure expert, to explore the physiological, mental, and emotional benefits of cold therapy. We dive deep into how cold plunging boosts dopamine by 350%, ramps up metabolism, supports mental health, and trains you to do hard things. From brown fat activation and nervous system regulation to women’s health considerations and optimizing recovery, this episode is packed with tools you can apply today. If you’ve ever wondered how long, how cold, or how often you should plunge—and what really happens to your body and mind when you step into the ice—you’ll find your answers here.

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00:00 – Intro & Kristin Weitzel on the power of cold plunging

02:00 – Why cold exposure builds resilience and mental toughness

06:00 – Becoming a “nervous system DJ” through breath and cold

13:30 – The science: dopamine, norepinephrine & parasympathetic rebound

16:45 – Cold plunging for metabolism, weight loss & fat burning

21:15 – The shiver response: why it matters most

26:30 – Cold plunging before vs. after workouts

31:30 – Contrast therapy: sauna & cold plunge protocols

33:40 – Boosting immunity & stress resilience with cold exposure

38:40 – Cold plunging during pregnancy, Raynaud’s & contraindications

43:50 – Brown fat, thermogenesis & mitochondrial health

47:00 – Full immersion vs. partial submersion

50:45 – Ideal duration, frequency & water temperature

57:00 – Women’s cycles & cold exposure considerations

01:03:00 – Solo vs. group plunging: community and oxytocin

01:06:30 – Epigenetics, generational resilience & the future of cold therapy

01:10:20 – Closing thoughts on agency, intuition & personal practice

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EFR 898: The SCIENCE of Ice Baths - How Cold Plunging BOOSTS Dopamine and Burns FAT in Only Minutes a Day with Kristin Weitzel

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Chase sits down with Nick Kosir — better known as The Dancing Weatherman. Nick opens up about his unexpected viral journey, the behind-the-scenes realities of news media, and how he leveraged his creativity into the booming creator economy. He shares insights into navigating authenticity vs. imitation online, his sobriety journey and how it changed his mental and physical health, and the balance of family, full-time work, and content creation. This episode is equal parts entertaining and inspiring — covering positivity in social media, career pivots, and what it means to live ever forward.

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In this episode we discuss...

 * 01:00 – Hydration, studio vibes, and anchorman nostalgia

 * 02:00 – Nick’s career path in news and the viral video that changed everything

 * 08:30 – Content rights, Fox 46, and why Coca-Cola couldn’t use his video

 * 15:00 – Entering the Creator Economy

 * 23:30 – Why weather personalities thrive online

 * 29:00 – Helping the next generation of creators and professionals

 * 32:00 – How Nick adds his “secret sauce”

 * 36:00 – Building a brand

 * 38:00 – Support from wife and son, the rapping weatherman days

 * 40:00 – Nick’s 8-year sober journey, therapy, and breaking free of social anxiety

 * 45:00 – Ever Forward

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EFR 897: "The Dancing Weatherman" Reveals His Secrets About Going Viral, Sobriety & Mental Health with Nick Kosir

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In this episode, we sit down with registered holistic nutritionist Katie Stewart to break down the essentials of skincare and anti-aging—especially for men. From daily routines and generational myths to gut health, probiotics, stress, and advanced therapies like red light and exosomes, Katie makes skincare approachable, science-based, and effective. You will learn how to build a simple routine that actually works, why SPF is non-negotiable, how nutrition impacts skin health, and what mistakes to avoid if you want to put your best face forward at any age.

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In this episode we discuss...

 * 00:00 – Introduction  Chase introduces Katie Stewart and highlights the role of nutrition and fatty acids in skin health.

 * 03:17 – Why Men Overlook Skincare Katie explains generational beliefs, stereotypes, and how societal shifts are changing men’s approach to skincare.

 * 05:44 – Skincare Slip-Ups & Real-Life Examples Chase shares a personal story about skipping his routine and Katie breaks down why one night of neglect can trigger breakouts.

 * 07:00 – Skincare Stash Secrets What men can “borrow” from their partner’s skincare products and why serums are a game changer.

 * 11:45 – Top 3 Daily Skincare Must-Haves for Men Katie reveals her essential product recommendations: SPF, cleanser, and serum.

 * 14:00 – Why Cleansing Matters The importance of washing your face daily, breaking generational habits, and simple starter routines for men.

 * 17:32 – TikTok Trends & Skincare Myths Katie debunks viral (and bizarre) TikTok skincare fads like urine toners and menstrual masks.

 * 19:29 – Evidence-Based Skincare Products Why retinaldehyde is a powerful anti-aging tool and how to choose science-backed products.

 * 21:21 – Skin Health Through the Decades Katie outlines how men in their 20s, 30s, and beyond should adapt routines, diet, and lifestyle for long-term skin health.

 * 24:08 – Antibiotics, Gut Health & Acne The hidden consequences of overusing antibiotics, Accutane, and other medications on skin and gut health.

 * 27:05 – Anti-Inflammatory Nutrition for Skin Why diet and whole-body health are key to clearer skin, plus practical food swaps and hydration tips.

 * 32:19 – Balancing Fun & Skin Health in Your 20s How to offset late nights, alcohol, and sun exposure with balance, supplements, and foundational habits.

EFR 896: How to Look 10 Years Younger! Science-Based Skincare Routines for Men in Their 20's, 30's, and 40's with Katie Stewart

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What if the key to unlocking lasting health isn’t in another supplement, diet, or biohack—but in your nervous system? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Christian Gonzalez, ND (naturopathic doctor and somatic healing expert) returns to Ever Forward Radio to break down the science and spirituality of nervous system regulation, trauma healing, and somatic practices.

We explore how trauma shapes identity, why emotions get trapped in the body, and how reconnecting with your somatic experience can unlock healing from chronic illness, emotional blocks, and broken relationships. Whether you’re struggling with stress, unresolved trauma, or simply want to deepen your connection with your body, this episode offers practical tools and profound insights to help you move ever forward with authenticity, love, and purpose.

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In this episode we discuss...

00:00 – Opening: Has trauma become a wellness trend?

03:13 – Defining trauma, PTSD, and identity

07:53 – Childhood development and the nervous system

11:23 – Why nervous system regulation is the root of health

14:30 – Therapy vs. somatic practice: going beyond the mind

20:02 – Safety as a state of being, not a place

23:59 – Settling, self-abandonment, and chronic disease

27:08 – Learning the body’s language: interoception

33:34 – Building an authentic relationship with your body

37:40 – Practices to reconnect with the body (Yoga Nidra, awareness, sound)

46:41 – Where emotions live in the body (Chinese medicine & fascia)

55:05 – Infertility, womb healing, and somatic breakthroughs

57:07 – Fear of the work and trusting your body

01:00:06 – Responsibility for our experiences and relationships

01:02:52 – Integration, authenticity, and unconditional love

01:08:29 – Men, grief, and the heart-centered warrior

01:13:14 – Dr. G’s somatic modality: fascia, breath, and sound

01:17:39 – Integration as the key to sustaining healing

01:21:56 – Living in purpose through body connection

01:24:48 – Protecting children’s somatic awareness

01:29:28 – Parenting, accountability, and breaking generational cycles

01:31:40 – Final reflections and where to find Dr. G

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EFR 895: Somatic Therapy, Trauma Release and Nervous System Regulation with Dr. Christian Gonzalez

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Today we welcome spiritual teacher and mental health researcher Ishan Shivanand as he shares powerful wisdom from his new book The Practice of Immortality [In%20this%20episode%20of%20Ever%20Forward%20Radio,%20spiritual%20teacher%20and%20mental%20health%20researcher%20Ishan%20Shivanand%20shares%20powerful%20wisdom%20from%20his%20new%20book%20The%20Practice%20of%20Immortality.%20We%20explore%20what%20true%20immortality%20means,%20why%20fear,%20competitiveness,%20and%20anger%20are%20the%20root%20causes%20of%20modern%20suffering,%20and%20how%20meditation%20can%20transform%20your%20relationship%20with%20yourself%20and%20the%20world.%20Raised%20in%20a%20monastery%20in%20India,%20Ishan%20bridges%20ancient%20yogic%20science%20with%20modern%20mental%20health%20research.%20He%20reveals%20how%20practices%20like%20breathwork,%20mindfulness,%20and%20daily%20gratitude%20can%20help%20you%20overcome%20distractions,%20build%20resilience,%20and%20live%20with%20peace%E2%80%94without%20giving%20up%20the%20modern%20life%20you%20love.%20%20Whether%20you%E2%80%99re%20curious%20about%20meditation,%20struggling%20with%20stress,%20or%20simply%20seeking%20more%20balance,%20this%20conversation%20offers%20timeless%20tools%20to%20elevate%20your%20mind,%20body,%20and%20spirit.]. Raised in a monastery in India, Ishan bridges ancient yogic science with modern mental health research. He reveals how practices like breathwork, mindfulness, and daily gratitude can help you overcome distractions, build resilience, and live with peace—without giving up the modern life you love. We also explore what true immortality means, why fear, competitiveness, and anger are the root causes of modern suffering, and how meditation can transform your relationship with yourself and the world.

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In this episode we discuss...

(00:00) The Practice of Immortality Through Meditation

(15:19) Exploring Immortality Through Self-Awareness

(24:38) Embracing Fear as a Tool

(34:28) Mastering Fear Through Breath Awareness

(42:06) Balancing Creation and Dematerialization

(52:10) Navigating Anger and Reality Shifts

(59:19) Rediscovering Ancient Wisdom Through Inner Peace

(01:14:36) Unlocking Life's Lessons Through Yoga

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If you’re curious about meditation, struggling with stress, or simply seeking more balance, mindset, stress relief, meaning nd purpose in your life then this conversation offers timeless tools to elevate your mind, body, and spirit.

EFR 894: Why Modern Life Keeps You Suffering (and How to Break Free) with Ishan Shivanand

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In this episode of Ever Forward Radio, psychotherapist and author Vanessa Bennett returns to discuss her groundbreaking new book The Motherhood Myth. [https://a.co/d/baCCJMX] She pulls back the curtain on the cultural systems shaping how women experience motherhood, intimacy, rage, and identity—and why so many moms feel like they’re failing even when they’re doing everything “right.” Vanessa shares how Western models of parenting, isolation within the nuclear family, and myths rooted in patriarchy contribute to burnout, disconnection, and shame. She also offers a new vision for communal care, initiation rituals, and reclaiming motherhood as a transformative journey instead of a burden.

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In this episode we discuss...

00:00 – The Motherhood Struggle

00:30 – The Nuclear Family Myth

03:27 – Motherhood as Transformation

04:42 – Lessons from Past Generations

09:07 – The Concept of the Child Mother

11:28 – Motherhood as Initiation

18:24 – WEIRD Parenting Models

22:38 – Sleep Training, Co-Sleeping & Intuition

26:38 – Communal Parenting vs. Burnout

30:23 – Capitalism, Patriarchy & Motherhood

32:52 – The Martyr Myth

36:31 – Interracial Parenting & Breaking Cycles

37:52 – Rage, Shame & Transformation

42:17 – Motherhood, Rage, and Relationship Expectations

56:19 – Ownership in Relationships & The Codependent Society

01:02:09 – Therapy as a Modern Rite of Passage & Closing Reflections

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EFR 893: The Motherhood Myth - Why Modern Moms Feel Like They’re Failing (and what to do about it) with Vanessa Bennett

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In this episode of Ever Forward Radio, we sit down with Ben Azadi, author of Metabolic Freedom, to uncover the truth about metabolism and its role in energy, fat loss, and longevity. Ben shares why 93% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy, the dangers of the “glucose rollercoaster,” and why snacking may be accelerating aging. You’ll learn the importance of fasting insulin testing, how muscle mass protects metabolic health, the role of stress and cortisol in stubborn fat, and simple strategies to move from metabolic “prison” to metabolic freedom.

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In this episode we discuss...

00:00 – Introduction to Ben Azadi & Metabolic Freedom

03:02 – The “Glucose Rollercoaster” explained & why it matters

05:26 – Carb limits for prediabetes vs type 2 diabetes

08:41 – Fasting insulin: the real metabolic marker

10:26 – Affordable ways to improve metabolic health

11:39 – Snacking & the Hayflick limit: why grazing ages you faster

17:39 – The body’s resilience vs the dangers of ignoring symptoms

19:14 – Metabolism myths: efficiency over speed

25:32 – How muscle mass prevents metabolic decline with age

29:17 – Post-meal walks & controlling insulin spikes

31:31 – Are glucose spikes really bad? The role of metabolic flexibility

33:35 – CGMs: useful tool or unnecessary gadget?

35:57 – Foundations first: food quality, sleep, stress, movement

37:48 – Stress, cortisol belly, and HRV tracking

41:18 – Cold plunging: benefits, risks, and adaptation

42:45 – Writing Metabolic Freedom: calories vs hormones & inflammation

45:48 – The power of belief: the refrigerator cart story

48:37 – Ever Forward

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EFR 892: Metabolic Freedom: Burn Fat, Boost Longevity, and Reverse Insulin Resistance with Ben Azadi

3 MILLION downloads and counting! This is the podcast devoted to help you build a life that propels you forward - EVER FORWARD. Exclusive conversations with industry leaders in health and wellness, personal development, entrepreneurship, celebrities and entertainers, emotional intelligence, creatives, military members and many more. Join host Chase Chewning every Monday and Wednesday. Chase is a US Army veteran, ACE Certified Health Coach, and holds a BS in Exercise Science and MS in Health Promotion. He currently lives in Los Angeles, CA.

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