The Outliers Podcast
by Steph Teagan
There are outliers in this world--those who think outside of the box, those who disrupt narratives that have been told for years, and those with minds that are far from typical. Steph brings on these experts and outliers in all industries to discuss, debate, and dive into all things mental health, wellness, art, science, and more. "Those born in a cage think flying is an illness." Let's fly.
Episodes
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Integrative Health Practitioner on Mental Health, Gut Health, & Overexercising with Bre LeBlanc
In this episode, Steph is joined by Integrative Health Practitioner, Breanna LeBlanc to talk about all things mental health, gut health, exercise, hormones, and more. *Trigger Warning:* This episode discusses suicide and various mental health issues, so if this is triggering to you, please enjoy…
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Founder of ClearStem Skincare on: Acne, Gut Health & Seed Oils - feat. Danielle Gronich
In this episode, Steph is joined by Danielle Gronich, skin expert and founder and CEO of CLEARSTEM Skincare. CLEARSTEM is one of the first of its kind: a nontoxic, anti-aging, and anti-acne skincare line that helps thousands of people improve their skin. In this episode: How much is acne caused…
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Registered Dietician Shares #1 Contributor to Gut Health - feat. Milaena Ferrarese
Welcome to The Outliers Podcast, where Steph Teagan brings on true outliers in ALL industries to pick the brains of experts, debate controversial topics, and provide uncommon knowledge to all. Steph is joined by registered dietician and founder of Healthy Kinnect, Milaena Ferrarese, to discuss...
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The 3Ms of Empathetic Leadership w/ Dinesh Sukhija (Engineering Leadership - Opendoor, ex-Headspace)
What an honor to have Dinesh Sukhija, a former leader in Engineering at Headspace and current leader in Engineering at Opendoor. Dinesh had a far-from-easy upbringing, but with adversity came powerful perspective-shifting and grit. Dinesh and Steph discuss: Navigating burnout and reigniting your...
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POWERFUL LESSONS I LEARNED AT 26
Dearest friends, I'm back on the podcast game after some time off to focus on other projects (coming soon). In this episode, I go over the hardest but most important lessons I learned in the last year. Some of these topics may be triggering, as I discuss anxiety, depression, burnout, addiction…
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Removing Breast Implants and Finding Femininity Within feat. Megan Davis
Megan Davis is a former bodybuilder and competitor turned wellness leader. In this episode, she shares her story about getting breast implants, and why she got them removed. The two chat about their different experiences with implants and the similarities they both struggled with. Steph and Megan...
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Sifting Through The Bullsh*t In Our "Health" System feat. Austin West
BONUS EPISODE: Stephanie welcomes back Austin West, a show favorite, to join her in this thought-provoking episode. This episode is bound to turn some heads, ruffle some feathers, but hopefully create some conversation and curiosity around the information we are fed. The two talk about everything...
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Are YOU Actually The Answer? feat. Nick Komodina
Are you ready to change your reality now? Not in a month, not in a year, not in five years. After over a year since their first podcast, Nick and Steph regroup with new insights, experiences, and breakthroughs. Hopefully, this episode can speak to all of us and all versions of us: our future...
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Giving The Body What It Wants feat. Karon Hawkins - Head Coach at Flobility
Steph is finally back to podcasting after a little month-long break, and she's fortunate to reign in this new season of the pod with Karon Hawkins, Head Coach at Flobility. Karon has his own wellness podcast called The Kronic Lifestyle, trains dozens of individuals in Flobility, and conducts...
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What Are Phones Doing to Our Brains? feat. Tommy Sobel
Steph is joined by Digital Habits Coach and founder of Brick: The Digital Wellness Community, Tommy Sobel. Tommy comes from a background in neuroscience, but spent his time after school pursuing his passions in the film industry. After a close-call, he realized there was a problem-- and what do…
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Exist With Me: Soulmates, Dating Frustrations, and Creating Your Desired Reality feat. Arozo Roshan
Get your wine, tea, coffee, or whatever it may be, and join Steph and one of her best friends for an equally deep and light-hearted conversation. Come hang out with two girls in their 20's talk about their non-negotiables, dating in San Diego, taking care of men, and what they are letting go.…
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Meet World Champion Powerlifter: John Haack
This week, Steph sits down with world champion powerlifter, John Haack. John holds the world record in the raw 82.5 kilogram weight class. He opens up about how he went from his first powerlifting meet to becoming a world champion, and he answers your questions at the end (find the full episode…
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Testosterone Talk, ADHD, and Ending Mental "Disorders" feat. Austin West
In this episode, Steph is joined by Austin West for the second time! He was a favorite from their first podcast episode together, where they chatted about divorce, drinking, and psychedelics! This time around, the two discuss: Body dysmorphia in men Austin's story of taking testosterone and the...
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Body Image, People Pleasing, and Reducing Your Circle with Purpose feat. Milaena Ferrarese
You want all these raw, vulnerable, and honest? This episode is for you. Steph and Milaena open up about both of their recent experiences with healing wounds-- old and new. Almost everything they cover is (likely) relatable to most people listening to this podcast. Steph and Milaena discuss…
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Exist With Me: True Crime, Dating Apps, & Living Far Off the Map feat. Carlie Arneson
In this bonus "Exist With Me" episode, we invite you to turn this on while you work, drive, walk, or fold laundry. Steph and her first work friend out of college, Carlie, talk about all the things. This one is [probably] more for the girls. Steph and Carlie discuss: - Why women like true crime so...
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Plant Power and Simplifying Health feat. Dr. Ian Smith
In this episode, Steph is joined by physician and #1 New York Times Best Selling Author, Dr. Ian Smith. He is a cohost of The Rachael Ray Show, former co-host of The Doctors, and author of 15 books, including his new book Plant Power. Dr. Ian Smith also has a mystery series, so this is a man of...
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Cheating, Depression, and Social Media Obsession feat. Dr. Brendan Nierenberg
Well, do we have a treat for all of you. This week, Steph is joined once again by the incredible Dr. Nierenberg. What started as a podcast about cheating, turned into a deep discussion about the struggles of depression and the problem with social media. Steph and Dr. Nierenberg discuss: What kind...
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Digestion and the Central Nervous System feat. Karon Hawkins
Let's talk about digestion. We all hear about the foods to eat, not to eat, when to eat, how to eat, but has modern science overlooked another key piece, i.e., posture? Of course what is within us on a microbial level matters, but what about the structure that holds all of those organs in place?…
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Psychedelics, THC, and SSRIs - Oh My! feat. Dr. Conor Murray
There's been a lot of talk about psychedelics, micro-dosing, and THC lately, so Steph decided to have on a neuroscientist to explain how these various drugs act on the brain. Dr. Conor Murray is a neuroscientist, and his main focus of study is neuropsychopharmacology. Some of his latest work...
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Honeymoon Phases and Breaking Up With Someone feat. Dr. Brendan Nierenberg
This week, we are so lucky to have Dr. Brendan Nierenberg join us again--- but this time, to talk love and relationships. Brendan is a psychologist, therapist, and famous TikTokker who provides hundreds of valuable videos surrounding mental health, relationship health, and self-care. He is one of...
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Love: Lessons Learned, Valentine's Day, and The Chemistry Behind Monogamy feat. Hannah
Hannah is BACK for another episode of talk therapy. The two discuss the strange events of their super bowl weekend, Valentine's Day, and... acceptance around the fact that they are just weird and introverted. If you are sensitive to stimulation, please take various water breaks and a few moments…
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Failing Is Fun feat. Max Manticof
This week, Steph lightens the mood a little bit by bringing on comedian, Max Manticof. Max is a New York comedian and founder of Street Talk Comedy. Tune in for mildly inappropriate stories and [hopefully] a few nuggets of insight. In this episode, the two discuss: Dating apps Is dating a sport,...
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Knowledge Is Power: From ED to RD feat. Milaena Ferrarese MS, RDN
In honor of Eating Disorder Awareness Month, Steph had the pleasure to sit down and chat with Milaena Ferrarese MS, RDN about her experience battling an eating disorder. Milaena walks us through how it started, how it progressed, and how it was the catalyst for her to become a registered…
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Let's Chat: My Surgery, Having COVID, and Ivermectin
In this solo episode, Steph does a recap of her 25th year on earth. SPOILER ALERT: it kind of sucked, which ultimately means there are good lessons to draw from it. Steph covers: - Her mom's diagnosis - Developing breast implant illness: symptoms, surgery, and mental h(ell)th - Getting COVID: how...
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Divorce, Drugs, & Drinking Friends feat. Austin West
Do people really change? Steph's guest this week, Austin West, proves that it's possible to not only change but to rewrite your story and change your entire life for the better. Steph and Austin discuss: - Divorced parents - Distrust - The addiction cycle - Drinking friends vs. real friends…
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Is It Genetic? Meet My Sister
A special holiday treat this week, as Steph is joined by her sister, Anna. Although the two couldn't be more different, they were able to sit down civilly for (only) a half hour. No sisters were harmed in the production of this podcast, despite low blood sugar keeping it short and sweet. The two...
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Good News: No One Cares feat. Josh Waldron
Sounds harsh, right? In this episode, Steph and Josh Waldron, LA Comedian, talk go through Josh's life as a comedian-- how it started and how it's going. Childhood trauma? Breakups? Drinking? Bad Trips? Being alone? You've come to the right place. The two discuss: - Phone addictions - Bad trips…
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Addiction, "Femininity" and "Masculinity" + Eating Disorders feat. Dr. Brendan Nierenberg, PsyD
Let's be honest, brain health doesn't discriminate. We all have our traumas, vices, addictions, illnesses, or habits. In honor of Men's Mental Health Month, Steph is joined by Dr. Brendan Nierenberg, PsyD, a therapist, influencer, and TikTokker, to discuss various topics surrounding mental…
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Exist With Me: Love vs. Lust, Free Will, and Leaving California?
Steph and her guest take on the big D this week, and it got them all in their feels. Tune in for an hour of contradictions, existential questions, and a big question....has Steph left California? The duo discuss: - Leaving California to find a "mate" - Stories in Dallas - Has self-care become...
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Dark Humor and Getting Cancelled feat. Oscar Garza
In this episode, Steph is just along for the ride on Oscar's crazy tangents, all while trying to reign it back in to something that (hopefully) won't get cancelled. If you don't like the "F" word, this episode is definitely not for you. Oscar has a bit of a potty mouth. THIS EPISODE IS NOT FOR...
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The Truth About Being a Fitness Influencer: Mental Health Edition feat. Jimmy Reynolds
As it's the first week of Men's Mental Health Month, Steph was joined by TikTok-er and fitness inspiration Jimmy Reynolds. Jimmy is a sponsored Ghost athlete, professional jump-roper, and all-around incredible human being. Jimmy opens up about the struggles behind the scenes of being an…
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What If I Don't Really Like Drinking?
In this solo episode, Steph updates everyone on her current job situation, how she's been feeling mentally, and how she feels about partying. Steph discusses: - Realizing her dream wasn't her dream - The worst date she's ever been on: wedding edition - Her past experiences with drinking - What to...
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Love, Healing from Trauma, and Leaving an Impact: The Life of Ryan Freeman feat. Colleen Hildebrand
No matter who you are-- gender, age, location, career-- do yourself a favor and listen to this episode on the life of Ryan Freeman. You don't need to have known him personally to learn and gain perspective from his story. His story is so beautifully told by his good friend, and a soon-to-be…
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Exist With Me: First Dates, Leaving Someone "Perfect" and Playing Games
Welcome to the first of many "Exist With Me" episodes. Grab your tea, coffee, wine, or decaffeinated beverage for anxious people like Steph, and hang out with Steph and whomever her guests happen to be. The four banter about: - First dates: where to go, what to do, and how long to make them -...
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Why Your Thyroid/Hormone Health MATTERS feat. She Talks Health (Sophie Shepherd)
This one's for all the ladies or men who want to learn about what birth control actually does to our bodies-- and plot twist: you're not crazy. Hormones are a delicate thing, and Steph and Sophie cover a lot of ground on thyroid health, hormonal health, and gut health. Steph and Sophie discuss: -...
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Let's Talk About Sex ft. Dr. Kelly Casperson
A long awaited episode on everyone's favorite (or least favorite) thing...SEX. In this episode, Steph is joined by Dr. Kelly Casperson, a urologist and surgeon who specializes in sexual wellness and has coined the phrase "you are not broken." Dr. Casperson advocates for women (and men) who feel a...
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Am I the Gray Sheep? ft. One Way Will
In this episode, Steph recaps her recent experience getting attacked by a homeless person and how she's adjusted to living in California. Will and Steph also discuss: - The stress of maintaining your image on social media - Learning the art of ignoring people and your phone - How Steph has been...
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Stop Sabotaging and SEND IT + The Truth About Flobility ft. Hannah Goldan
Ah, back to my favorite type of episode.... with the OG Hella Hannah! Buckle up, pour yourself a cup of extra-caffeinated coffee, a shot of tequila, and get ready for a bumpy ride. Hannah and Steph discuss: - Steph's most recent anxiety attack - Human connection and the importance of…
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Let’s Take a Trip Down Mushroom Lane feat. Nick Komodina
So excited to have finally picked Nick Komodina's brain. He's a fitness coach, mentor, "period whisperer," quantum nerd, and so much more. I found Nick a few years ago and stayed a fan of his when he started sharing his approach to coaching. He prioritizes women's hormones, sleep, adequate food,...
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Stop Trying to Please Everyone ft. Conor Paulsen
This week, we have a special guest joining us again for the third time: Conor Paulsen. Conor is a 27 year old entrepreneur, content creator, podcast host, and all-around good human being. Something I admire most about Conor is his ability to block out noise, distraction, and the influence of…
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All About Pain & Burning Calories With The Brain ft. Karon Hawkins
PART TWO IS FINALLY HERE! I brought back Flobility Coach, Karon Hawkins, by popular demand to discuss more on the topic of Flobility, movement, meditation, and therapy. The best part? We got to have this discussion in person. We discuss: Men in therapy Working through trauma and EDMR How do we…
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Lyme: The Covert Debilitating Disease ft. Dr. Todd Maderis, N.D.
Did you ever play outside as a kid? I think we can all answer that one. Have you ever experienced long periods of extreme fatigue? Joint pain/inflammation? Anxiety/depression? Numbness/tingling? In this week's episode, I had the honor of having Dr. Todd Maderis, ND, join me to discuss one of the...
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Let's Talk About Drugs and Death ft. Oscar Garza
If you couldn't tell from the title of this podcast, this episode is not for young listeners. I'm joined by the one and only, Oscar Garza (NOT DEGARZA like how I introduced him at the beginning--shh, don't tell). Oscar is a cinematographer in the San Diego area with so much energy and humor, I...
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Think Like An Olympian ft. Carlin Isles
This is by far my favorite episode I've ever recorded, and the one I'm most proud of. Carlin Isles is a USA Olympian and the fastest rugby IN THE WORLD. His story is one for the books. Through foster care, abuse, and every reason to give up, Carlin kept pushing forward. That's Olympian mentality....
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Diet vs. Training, Weight-loss, and Leaving a Desk Job ft. Flobility Coach Karon Hawkins
AND WE BACK! The podcast is going through some major changes, so we have been focusing on all things to come these next few months-- spoiler alert: amazing things are coming. I have missed you all too much though, and I had to get an episode out again. In this episode, Karon Hawkins, Flobility...
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41 - Is "Just Friends" Even Possible? + Open Relationships & Letting Go of People with Conor Paulsen and Ana Ferrara
PODCAST SWAP with the phenomenal Conor Paulsen of the Social Seller podcast and a special guest, Ana Ferrara. Us three discuss how we came to be, as well as some juicy dating topics that we all love to debate. In this episode, we cover: - Is possible to be purely platonic? - How do you navigate a...
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40 - My Health Journey, Flobility, Workout Routine, & My Diet
Anotha SOLO EPISODE! Join me this week to hear about my personal journey with fitness and holistic health. Listening back, I realized there was so much more I could've touched on, but I will do another episode on this again. I also lost the last 10 minutes of audio, so apologies for the abrupt...
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39 - You THINK You Know Me... with Zach White
The assumptions, the narratives, the names, the categories, the labels. We've all been misread, misjudged, and misled-- especially in a world of highlight reels, pictures, and fewer deep connections. This week on Plan D, Zach White and I have an open and raw conversation about anxiety…
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38 - Breaking Up or Breaking Free? + Dating in California with Conor Paulsen
This week's episode is a podcast swap with Conor Paulsen's "The Social Seller" podcast, so you'll hear me get interviewed this time! Conor and I discuss life before California, past relationships and how they set me free, how to date when you don't want a relationship, and my top tips for women…
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36 - How to Let Love in Again with Monika Lucas
So honored to have the most beautiful soul, Monika Lucas, on this week's episode. Monika is a PhD candidate in developmental psychology and has an incredible life journey that has led her to it. We discuss her experience growing up in foster care, being adopted, and welcoming love back into your...
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There are outliers in this world--those who think outside of the box, those who disrupt narratives that have been told for years, and those with minds that are far from typical. Steph brings on these experts and outliers in all industries to discuss, debate, and dive into all things mental health, wellness, art, science, and more. "Those born in a cage think flying is an illness." Let's fly.
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