Episode 38: Recovery, Rewriting, and Real Talk with Morgan Gallo

Season 2, Episode 4 of The Plateful Parenting Podcast With Christine Heller & Chanel Kenner, RD Guest: Morgan Gallo, comedian, advocate & host of My Body, My Jokes What happens when recovery challenges your career, your identity, and everything you thought you wanted? In this powerful and honest conversation, Christine and Chanel sit down with Morgan Gallo—actor, dancer, and former touring comedian—to talk about her recovery from a 15-year eating disorder, the impact of growing up with body-shaming messaging, and how she's learning to prioritize peace over performance. From navigating toxic spaces in entertainment to learning how to set healthy boundaries, Morgan shares candid reflections about what recovery really looks like—and why she's not afraid to walk away from things that no longer serve her. 🔍 In this episode: Morgan's recovery origin story: rock bottom on tour, and a therapist's wake-up call Why comedy lost its appeal—and what replaced it Growing up in a weight-focused home: diet books, treadmill gifts, and praise for weight loss How parent body talk directly shapes how kids see themselves Language tips for talking to kids about food, weight, and body image What not to say when your child asks, "Am I fat?" Navigating social media and body image in the age of AI, filters, and 24/7 access Why neutrality—not perfection—is the goal 🧠 Resources Mentioned: Intuitive Eating by Tribole & Resch More Than a Body – Lexie & Lindsay Kite National Eating Disorders Association My Body, My Jokes – Morgan Gallo's Podcast The Body Positive Virginia Sole-Smith: Burnt Toast 👋 Connect with Us: Follow the podcast on Instagram: @plateful.parenting.podcast Follow Chanel on Instagram: @chanel.kenner.nutrition Follow Morgan Gallo on Instagram: @morganlorrainegallo Explore more support: platefulparenting.com Share your story or question: [email protected] 🎧 Subscribe, share, and review to help more parents and caregivers find this space.