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The Forking Truth: Two Doctors on Fat, Food & Freedom
Dr. Nina Savelle Rocklin & Dr. Alisa Karmel
14 episodes
3 months ago

Welcome to The Forking Truth, where food meets freedom and science meets soul.


Hosted by renowned psychoanalyst Dr. Nina Savelle Rocklin and psychologist & nutrition expert Dr. Alisa Karmel, this podcast cuts through the noise of diet culture to serve up unfiltered conversations about fat, food, and finding true freedom.


Fork the fads. Ditch the guilt.


Every week, these two powerhouse doctors dive into the psychology, biology, and social pressures behind our relationships with food and our bodies. With compassion, humor, and hard-hitting truth, they challenge toxic myths, decode emotional eating, and explore what it really means to be healthy.


Whether you're battling body shame, fed up with dieting, or simply hungry for a more empowered life, The Forking Truth delivers the real talk, practical tools, and radical self-love you need to break free—for good.


Get ready to fork the rules. Your freedom starts here!


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Welcome to The Forking Truth, where food meets freedom and science meets soul.


Hosted by renowned psychoanalyst Dr. Nina Savelle Rocklin and psychologist & nutrition expert Dr. Alisa Karmel, this podcast cuts through the noise of diet culture to serve up unfiltered conversations about fat, food, and finding true freedom.


Fork the fads. Ditch the guilt.


Every week, these two powerhouse doctors dive into the psychology, biology, and social pressures behind our relationships with food and our bodies. With compassion, humor, and hard-hitting truth, they challenge toxic myths, decode emotional eating, and explore what it really means to be healthy.


Whether you're battling body shame, fed up with dieting, or simply hungry for a more empowered life, The Forking Truth delivers the real talk, practical tools, and radical self-love you need to break free—for good.


Get ready to fork the rules. Your freedom starts here!


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Show more...
Self-Improvement
Education,
Health & Fitness
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Does Fat Keep You Stuck—Or Safe?
The Forking Truth: Two Doctors on Fat, Food & Freedom
27 minutes 41 seconds
5 months ago
Does Fat Keep You Stuck—Or Safe?

Welcome to The Forking Truth!


In this heartfelt and insightful conversation, Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin and Dr Alisa Karmel unpack the hidden emotional layers behind body image and weight.


They explore how being heavy can serve as a subconscious shield from vulnerability, intimacy, or past trauma. From fears of being objectified to the emotional weight carried in relationships, this episode shines a light on why self-compassion and emotional honesty are key to lasting growth. The Dr's also discuss how cultural beliefs can keep us stuck in cycles of self-blame and suffering—and how small, gentle steps toward healing can lead to powerful transformation.


Key Takeaways:

  • Fear of being skinny is real—and often rooted in emotional protection.
  • Carrying extra weight can be a subconscious way to feel safe.
  • Past trauma and objectification often shape body image struggles.
  • Weight changes can deeply affect romantic and interpersonal relationships.
  • Self-blame in relationships can mask deeper emotional wounds.
  • Healing requires self-compassion and confronting the root causes, not just the symptoms.
  • Cultural messages can reinforce suffering as noble or necessary—challenge that.
  • You don’t need to overhaul your life overnight—baby steps matter.
  • Every person deserves happiness, self-esteem, and emotional safety.
  • Growth starts with gentle curiosity, not judgment.


If you've ever wondered why weight feels so emotionally heavy, this episode is for you. Tune in to discover how your body might be protecting your heart—and how self-compassion can guide you to healing.


If you want to find out more about Dr. Nina or Dr. Alisa head to the below links:


Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin

Dr Alisa Karmel


It’s time to fork the rules and find your truth!


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Forking Truth: Two Doctors on Fat, Food & Freedom

Welcome to The Forking Truth, where food meets freedom and science meets soul.


Hosted by renowned psychoanalyst Dr. Nina Savelle Rocklin and psychologist & nutrition expert Dr. Alisa Karmel, this podcast cuts through the noise of diet culture to serve up unfiltered conversations about fat, food, and finding true freedom.


Fork the fads. Ditch the guilt.


Every week, these two powerhouse doctors dive into the psychology, biology, and social pressures behind our relationships with food and our bodies. With compassion, humor, and hard-hitting truth, they challenge toxic myths, decode emotional eating, and explore what it really means to be healthy.


Whether you're battling body shame, fed up with dieting, or simply hungry for a more empowered life, The Forking Truth delivers the real talk, practical tools, and radical self-love you need to break free—for good.


Get ready to fork the rules. Your freedom starts here!


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.