Matthew W. Johnson, PhD, is a senior researcher for the Center of Excellence for Psilocybin Research and Treatment at Sheppard Pratt’s Institute for Advanced Diagnostics and Therapeutics. He is one of the world’s most accomplished scientists on the human effects of psychedelics. He has conducted seminal research in the behavioral economics of drug use, addiction, and risk behavior.

Monica Boyer is a certified Ketogenic Lifestyle Coach and a passionate holistic health and wellness advocate. Seven years ago, she had a life-changing experience that inspired her to leave her career as an Administrative Secretary and pursue certifications in nutrition, ketogenic coaching, and food addiction recovery.

Meet Vimlasara!!! You won’t want to miss this episode!

Through her writing and public speaking, Szalavitz continues to challenge stigmatizing narratives around addiction, emphasizing the importance of empathy, compassion, and science-based interventions. She has received numerous awards for journalism and public health contributions, including the American Psychological Association's Award for Excellence in Reporting on Addiction.

Kathy is an author, speaker, health strategist, and advocate for diabetic prevention. She also has a private coaching practice where she helps clients eliminate their cravings and sugar addiction in 90 days.

Dr. Raines is a distinguished clinical investigator at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System and an Assistant Professor in the LSU School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry. With a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Florida State University, she has over 13 years of clinical experience, specializing in treating patients with anxiety and related conditions, including those that intersect with hoarding behaviors. She has published a number of peer-reviewed articles focusing on hoarding disorder and its associated psychological aspects. 

Claire Sehinson is an educator and researcher specializing in functional medicine and nutritional therapy. She brings to her work her passion and lived experience of being multiply neurodivergent and diagnosed with Autism, dyslexia, and ADHD as an adult whilst navigating her recovery from ME/CFS and dealing with many mental health issues throughout her lifetime.

Have you ever heard of Auto-Brewery Syndrome?

Meet Dr. Kirby Reutter, a bilingual clinical psychologist and leading trauma specialist.

Carl Erik Fisher, M.D., is an addiction psychiatrist, bioethics scholar, author, and person in recovery. He is an assistant professor of clinical psychiatry at Columbia University, where he studies and teaches law, ethics, and policy relating to psychiatry and neuroscience, especially issues related to substance use disorders and other addictive behaviors.

Part 2 with Dr. Federici!!

Clarissa and Vera interview Anita - don’t miss this special 2 part interview.

Clarissa and Molly interview Vera about her paper and the International Food Addiction Conference in London, UK on May 17, 2024.

Dr. Jen Unwin, Heidi Giaever, and Molly all discuss the upcoming International Food Addiction Consensus Conference and why YOU should attend live or via live stream!!! Ticket sales end May 12, 2024. Don’t miss this opportunity! Replay is available for live stream purchases.

Dr. Kolodzik is the author of "The Continuous Glucose Monitor Revolution," which provides a comprehensive guide on using CGMs for improved health and weight management. His passion lies in educating people about the benefits of continuous glucose monitoring and helping them achieve their weight loss goals using low-carb diets and other lifestyle changes. We at the Food Junkies Podcast are wondering if these devices can help us in food addiction recovery.

Vera interviews Dr. John Kelly from Harvard!

Dr. Danowski’s latest book is aimed right at Big Food and marketing!!! This book explores the addictive techniques used in advertisements for ultra-processed foods, which promise consequence-free eating to consumers while at the same time encouraging over-consumption of unhealthy food.

Dr. Ede is back!! This time with a new book - do NOT miss this episode.

PART 2 is here!

Don’t miss this episode!!!!