This week, Tee is joined by Dr. Oscar Coetzee, VP of Clinical Education and Practitioner Support at Designs for Health and a pioneer in nutritional science with over 25 years of experience in psychology and nutrition. Born and raised in South Africa, Dr. Oscar holds a PhD in Holistic Nutrition and a Doctorate of Clinical Nutrition, and has served on the faculty at Georgetown Medical School, Notre Dame University, and the University of Bridgeport. His work focuses on metabolic syndrome, intestinal permeability, type 2 diabetes, sports performance, and chronic inflammatory diseases, driven by a commitment to revolutionizing patient care through integrated health strategies.

In this episode, Dr. Oscar shares how the science of the microbiome is changing and why it's time to rethink how we approach gut health. He explains how the gut ecosystem connects to everything from metabolic health to inflammation and immune function. Tee and Dr. Oscar also discuss what practitioners and everyday listeners alike should know about supporting a healthy microbiome.

The conversation also dives into one of Tee's favorite topics: how a healthy gut helps the body defend itself against modern stressors, including environmental toxins. Dr. Oscar draws on his expertise in intestinal permeability and chronic inflammation to share practical, science-backed ways to support gut barrier health from the inside out. Whether you're dealing with digestive issues, inflammation, or metabolic concerns, or simply want to understand the latest in microbiome science, this episode offers clear, actionable insights.

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This week, Tee is joined by Vanessa Drew, a colon hydrotherapist, detox educator, and founder of Cleansing Concepts and Detox Clay World. Over 21 years running her wellness centers, Vanessa has worked with thousands of clients on digestive health and reducing toxic burden, work that revealed just how exposed we all are to environmental toxins. She created Detox Clay World to bring natural, calcium bentonite clay-based detox tools into people's homes, and is also the author of the upcoming book The Bowel Movement.

In this episode, Vanessa explains why clay, one of the oldest natural remedies, is having a modern comeback as a simple tool for digestive wellness, oral care, skin health, and everyday detox. She breaks down what calcium bentonite clay actually does in the body and why it's gained renewed attention as more people look for accessible, natural ways to support detoxification. Tee and Vanessa discuss how something this ancient can fit into a modern wellness routine.

The conversation also dives into one of Tee's favorite topics: how our growing exposure to everyday environmental toxins is driving renewed interest in natural detox tools. Vanessa shares simple daily habits for reducing toxin exposure and supporting the body's own ability to heal. Whether you're new to detox clay or just curious about ancient remedies making a comeback, this episode offers practical, approachable ways to get started.

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This week, Tee is joined by Tyler Bramlett, movement coach, father, and co-founder of WeShape. Tyler's path was reshaped by a severe cycling accident that shattered his femur and permanently damaged his knee, launching a 15-year healing journey through multiple surgeries and deep study in functional anatomy and rehabilitation. He and his wife later founded WeShape to challenge the belief that worth is tied to appearance, and with over 800 million views and 6.3 million followers, Tyler has become a leading voice on movement, mindset, and building a healthier relationship with your body.

In this episode, Tyler exposes the silent damage of toxic fitness culture, the shame-based, appearance-driven mindset that keeps so many people pushing harder instead of moving smarter. He shares how rebuilding his own body after a career-ending injury taught him the power of alignment and mindful movement over punishing workouts. Tee and Tyler discuss what he calls "movement freedom," the ability to live without feeling trapped in a body that hurts.

The conversation also dives into one of Tee's favorite topics: recognizing the toxins we don't always think about, including the mental and emotional toll of a culture obsessed with appearance over function. Tyler shares practical ways to shift toward movement that actually feels good, especially for women 50+ looking to reduce pain and rebuild confidence. Whether you're recovering from injury or just tired of workouts that leave you feeling worse, this episode offers a healthier way forward.

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