PODCAST · health
Uncle Marv's Unhealthy Podcast
by Marvin Bee
Uncle Marv’s Unhealthy Podcast isn’t your typical health show; it’s where real life meets real wellness.Each week, Marvin Bee (aka Uncle Marv) cuts through the noise to challenge what you think is healthy and uncover what actually works for your body, your mind, and your relationships. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting health advice, this podcast helps you make sense of it all—without the fluff, fads, or guilt.From breaking down trending health headlines to calling out popular myths (yes—even the ones you’ve been told are “good” for you), Uncle Marv keeps it honest, practical, and relatable. You’ll learn how to turn everyday habits into sustainable routines that support long-term energy, mental clarity, and meaningful connection with others.Through candid conversations and expert interviews, the show dives into topics that matter in real life—hormones and menopause, stress and happiness, gut health, sleep, and how modern technology is quietly shaping your health choices
Episodes
-
When “I’m Fine” Isn’t the Truth (EP 135)
I’m back with psychotherapist and author Elke Scholz, and we get into something that’s easy to miss when you’re busy taking care of everybody else: how you’re actually doing. Elke shares how migraines, stomachaches, stuttering, and feeling different were part of a struggle she didn’t recognize as...
-
Doing Everything Right, Still Feeling Lost (EP 134)
You can do everything you’re supposed to do and still feel like something is missing. I sat down with Elke Scholz, a registered psychotherapist, expressive arts educator, and author, expecting to talk about anxiety and running on empty. Instead, we got into the story behind her work: a difficult...
-
Small Steps When You Feel Stuck (EP 133)
I know the routine: work all day, come home exhausted, turn on the TV, and promise yourself you’ll do something different Monday. Coach Willie Blake joins me again to talk about getting out of that cycle without pretending we can change our whole lives overnight. After exploring his experience…
more -
Starting Over Without Beating Yourself Up (EP 132)
Coach Willie Blake told me it took him 11 attempts to finish 75 Hard. My first thought? I probably would have called it quits after three. But the more we talked, the more I realized this wasn’t just about finishing a challenge. Willie grew up with dyslexia, worried about being called on to read,...
-
Sometimes You Have to Live in the Mud (EP 131)
Sometimes you’ve got to live in the mud for a while. Not call it beautiful. Not pretend you’re enjoying it. Just admit that it hurts. Laura Bratton joins me again to talk about what helped her move forward after losing her sight, including the support of people who believed in her when she...
-
The Hardest Part Wasn’t Losing Sight (EP 130)
What happens when life changes in a way you never asked for, and there’s no going back? I sat down with Laura Bratton, an author, speaker, and coach who learned at nine years old that she would eventually lose her sight. She understood the words, but understanding what they would mean for her…
more -
Your Body Is Not Betraying You (EP 129)
Marylee Calmes is back for a practical, honest conversation about something most of us are not very good at: paying attention before our bodies force us to. With more than 30 years of experience as a licensed acupuncturist, herbalist, educator, and traditional Chinese medicine practitioner…
more -
Prostate Cancer: The Conversation Men Keep Avoiding (EP 128)
Prostate cancer is one of those subjects many men would rather avoid, until it lands in their own doctor’s office. Michael Bovarnick knows that feeling firsthand. He was diagnosed 23 years ago, had his prostate removed, lived with the anxiety of ongoing testing, and then learned the cancer had...
-
What Traditional Chinese Medicine Taught Marylee About Healing (EP 127)
Marylee Calmes spent years dealing with asthma, allergies, recurring illness, headaches, and the frustration of being handed one more prescription without getting a real answer. Her personal health struggles eventually led her to traditional Chinese medicine, where she found a different way to…
more -
The Real Reasons Kids Struggle with Food (EP 126)
Picky eating can turn every meal into a battle, and too often the child gets labeled as difficult before anyone asks what is really going on. Lena Livinsky is back on the podcast to help us look below the surface. She explains her B.L.O.O.M. Framework, a practical way for parents to consider...
-
Becoming Your Own Hero After Trauma (EP 125)
Tracy Smaldino is back for part two of our conversation, and we get real about what healing after trauma actually looks like when life keeps moving. Tracy shares how breath work, meditation, journaling, and simply learning to pause helped her recognize the physical signs that something was off...
-
The Trauma I Buried for 40 Years (EP 124)
Tracy Smaldino is the founder of Trauma Rockstars, a keynote speaker, author, podcast host, and someone who spent decades looking functional on the outside while carrying trauma she had never truly faced. When the pandemic forced her to slow down, a simple meditation practice opened the door to...
-
Health Is More Than Diet and Exercise (EP 123)
Dr. Hema Murty returns to Uncle Marv’s Unhealthy Podcast for a real conversation about health that goes way beyond the gym and the number on the scale. Dr. Hema brings the perspective of an aerospace engineer, advanced yoga instructor, personal trainer, and nutrition coach to explain why our…
more -
The Truth Behind “Hydration Multipliers” (EP 122)
Hydration should be simple, but the marketing has made it feel like plain water is no longer enough. I wanted to look past the flashy labels and find out when electrolyte drinks can actually make sense, when they are probably unnecessary, and what we should be watching for when it comes to…
more -
The Real Goal Is Living With Less Pain (EP 121)
Dr. Hema Murty has a PhD in aerospace engineering, but the work she is doing today is all about helping people move better, hurt less, and stop treating their bodies like machines that need to be forced into submission. Her path into wellness began with her own knee pain after training for and...
-
Your Health Is Part of Your Purpose (EP 120)
Liz Watt is back for part two, and we go deeper into what happened after her personal health turnaround. Liz is the CEO and co-founder of Be Healthy Utah, an author, speaker, health coach, and someone who has built a meaningful community around natural health, resilience, and the belief that it…
more -
Healing Started When She Finally Listened (EP 119)
Liz Watt had spent years living what she believed was a healthy, natural life. She cooked from scratch, raised six kids, leaned into natural remedies, and built a life around wellness. Then her body began falling apart in ways nobody could explain. Pain moved through her joints, numbness spread...
-
The Real Story Behind Picky Eating (EP 118)
Mealtime battles can wear a family down in a hurry. You start out trying to serve a decent meal, then suddenly you are negotiating over one bite of chicken, making a second dinner, or wondering whether your child is getting enough nutrition. I sat down with pediatric speech-language pathologist…
more -
Is One Meal a Day Unhealthy? (EP 117)
Could one meal a day help you lose weight? Maybe. But feeling hungry, run-down, and stressed about food is not exactly the definition of healthy, so Uncle Marv digs into what OMAD can do, what it cannot prove, and what a more realistic middle ground may look like. OMAD, short for One Meal a Day,...
-
Busy Dads’ 100-Day Health Reset (EP 116)
Coach Brian Parana returns to walk through the “how” behind getting healthier when you’re a driven dad, business leader, and frequent traveler who lives on planes, in hotels, and at conferences. Instead of yelling “try harder,” Brian breaks down simple systems that fit the real-world chaos of...
-
Men Over 40, Tired And Stuck (EP 115)
If you’re a business owner, IT guy, or high performer who feels like you’re crushing it for clients but limping home at the end of the day, this conversation is going to feel very familiar. Brian has spent more than two decades working with husbands and dads who are worn out, overweight, and half...
-
Learning To Say No Without Guilt (EP 114)
This conversation picks up right where part one left off, but now we zoom in on Barb’s actual work helping overwhelmed professional women who say yes when they want to say no. She breaks down “internal safety” as the ability to have your own back when someone is upset with you or when that old...
-
When “Being Nice” Turns Toxic (EP 113)
When Barb Nangle talks about boundaries, she’s not talking about controlling other people, she’s talking about finally realizing you have standards for your own life and you’re allowed to live by them. She shares how she went from “just dealing with whatever came at her” to saying no to things…
more -
Make Anything Possible, Even Healing (EP 112)
Dr. Noushin Hart’s story is a raw one. She talks about living with hidden trauma for decades, trying to push through with therapy and medication, and eventually hitting a wall where she felt like the usual medical answers had run out. That moment changed how she saw herself, how she saw patients,...
-
From Sugar Cravings To Real Recovery (EP 111)
Paige comes back on Unhealthy and basically dismantles the idea that we can “fix” ourselves with another diet, a GLP‑1 prescription, or sheer willpower. We talk about dopamine with a memory, why you end up back in the cookie jar at night, and how using food for comfort is giving it a job it was...
-
Are You Really Addicted To Sugar (EP 110)
Most of us joke about having a sweet tooth, but Paige Alexander has lived through the darker side of sugar, where “just one cookie” turns into a full-on binge you hide from everyone. She walks me through her journey from living on a dessert diet and out-exercising the calories to hitting that…
more -
Are You Handing AI Your Life? (EP 109)
I brought Catherine back for a third round because we both felt something was still unfinished, and it landed in a place I didn’t expect: how much we’re letting AI and tech speak, feel, and even relate for us. We start with her process of trusting zero prep, trusting intuition, and even helping a...
-
Stop Ignoring Your Gut, Start Living (EP 108)
Catherine Creestani is back to talk about what life really looks like after you walk away from the job, the title, and the version of “success” everyone else applauds but your soul can’t stand. She shares how her days now revolve around mom duties, homeschooling, writing, podcasting, and clients,...
-
Letting Go Of The Life You Built (EP 107)
If you’ve ever convinced yourself, “I just need to push a little harder,” this episode might hit a little too close to home. Catherine walks us through the arc from ambitious young speech pathologist to co‑owner of a booming clinic, pulling six figures a month while quietly abandoning her own...
-
Circadian Rhythm Saved My Life (EP 106)
If you’ve ever done all the “right” health things and still felt awful, Jason Yun’s story is going to sound uncomfortably familiar. He was the textbook gym owner: 4:30 am alarms, 5:15 am classes, late‑night sessions, massive smoothies, and bodybuilding nutrition that looked impressive on paper…
more -
Stop Giving Your Health Away (EP 105)
Magic Barclay spent more than 40 years being the “good patient” who did what she was told, took the pills, and tried to push through the pain, only to be told it was all in her head. In this conversation, she shares how chronic illness, cancer, medical gaslighting, and being quietly dropped from...
-
It’s Not Lyme, It’s Something Else (EP 104)
If you’ve ever walked out of a doctor’s office with “normal” labs but a body that feels like it’s falling apart, this episode is for you. Greg Lee and I dig into the tech he uses in his Lyme Research and Healing Center, a scanner that works kind of like Star Trek medicine to pick up hidden...
-
From NASA Robots To Root Cause (EP 103)
Greg Lee didn’t leave NASA because he got bored playing with robots in space. He left because his gut was exploding, his brain felt like dial‑up internet, and the meds that were supposed to “fix” him made it worse. Picture running high‑stakes experiments at 2:30 in the morning while wondering if...
-
Rethinking “Good” And “Bad” Foods (EP 102)
This episode is for anyone who has ever counted calories, tried the next “miracle” diet, or gone to bed mad at themselves because of what they ate… or didn’t eat. I talk with registered dietitian and eating disorder specialist Jessica Setnick, who has spent decades in the trenches of those hard...
-
Brain Surgery, Setbacks, And Second Chances (EP 101)
In this episode, Dan and I walk through the messy middle that most comeback stories skip: the fear under the jokes, the “get me out of here” note he wrote from his hospital bed, the boredom and grind of rehab, and the second “you’ve got to be kidding me” brain setback that dragged him even lower...
-
I Bought a RingConn - not the Oura (EP 100)
I’ve talked about it before, but this time I actually followed through and bought a smart ring: the RingConn, not the Oura Ring. Oura has the stronger peer-reviewed validation story and a big reputation, and I’m not arguing with that at all, but when it came time to swipe my own card, RingConn…
more -
Eat Like Your Ancestors (EP 99)
Chapters: 00:16 Introduction and Welcome 01:51 Beverly Meyer's Wellness Journey and Sleep Apnea Discovery 05:56 What is Ancestral Eating - Paleo vs Primal Explained 11:04 The Cholesterol Myth and Agricultural Revolution 18:24 Beverly's Personal Health Story and Science Background 24:01 How...
-
Sleep Apnea Warning Signs (EP 98)
Beverly Meyer is not your typical nutritionist. She's a certified clinical nutritionist and functional health practitioner who's been in the health game since the 1970s. Her whole approach is built around getting to root causes instead of slapping a Band-Aid on symptoms, and she's been preaching...
-
Mind Hunger Versus Real Hunger (EP 97)
This episode is part two of my conversation with anti‑diet health and life coach Sherry Shaban, and yes, we’re still poking holes in everything diet culture has been screaming at us for years. Sherry recaps her journey from a brutal back injury at 16, to hard partying, to obsessive fitness, and...
-
Make Peace With Food, Finally (EP 96)
This conversation with Sherry Shaban is for anyone who has ever stared at an empty pizza box thinking, “How did we get here again?” while also knowing way too much about carbs, macros, and whatever diet is trending this month. Sherry is an osteopath, strength coach, and self-described science…
more -
Fat Loss for Busy Men (EP 95)
What I liked about Brian is he's not out here selling some magic diet or begging you to join CrossFit. He's talking about real systems that fit into your actual chaotic life. One of his clients lost 38 pounds in 100 days by walking 10,000 steps a day. That's it. No vegetables. No meal prep…
more -
The Real Reason Your Kid Can’t Lose Weight (EP 94)
We dug into one of the most emotional topics out there: kids, weight, and the mess of shame, blame, and bad advice wrapped around childhood obesity. Dr. Evan Nadler breaks down why obesity is a chronic disease driven heavily by genetics and epigenetics, why kids are not “choosing” this, and why...
-
Chronic Pain’s Muscle Connection (EP 93)
Julie has been hunting down chronic pain for almost four decades, and she is not buying the lazy “nothing’s wrong” answer when your scans look fine but you can barely stand up straight. She walks me through how tight muscles pull on joints like someone yanking your hair, why sitting wrecks your...
-
Living with Long COVID (EP 92)
This conversation is for anyone who “never bounced back” after COVID and has been told it’s just stress, burnout, or all in their head. Dr. Zeest walks me through how a high-performing physician ended up collapsing in a hospital parking lot, what long COVID actually is, and why fatigue, brain…
more -
Homeless Pothead To Health CEO (EP 91)
This part of the conversation dives into the messy, human side of health — not just lab reports and buzzwords. Len explains why he avoided pharmaceuticals after watching his grandfather suffer through stroke after stroke while his family juggled bags of meds and side effects. That early distrust...
-
DNA, Stress, And Everyday Health (EP 90)
I sit down with Len May, co‑founder and CEO of EndoDNA, to unpack what our genetics are really telling us about how we eat, handle stress, and respond to our environment. Len explains DNA as an “encoding” that sets up predispositions, while epigenetics, lifestyle, and neurochemistry decide which...
-
Own Your Health Story (EP 89)
In Part 2 of my conversation with Carlijn Krigjer, we shift from the struggle to the solutions. Carlijn picks up where we left off and walks me through how she completely turned her health around—by tuning into her body, aligning with natural rhythms, and questioning a lot of what we’re told…
more -
Using Hypnotherapy for Anxiety and Stress (88)
We all say we want to change—but then we keep reaching for the same snacks, the same stress, and the same excuses. In this conversation, Craig and I talk about why that happens under the hood of the subconscious mind, and how hypnotherapy can help you finally change the story. Chapters 00:10...
-
Losing Your Period, Finding Yourself (EP 87)
I brought Carlijn on because her story is the kind of “I did everything right and still got sick” tale that so many of us can relate to. She was fit, clean-eating, and crushing school, yet her body quietly broke down to the point of no period, brain fog, and emotional chaos. If you’ve ever felt...
-
Eat What You Love, Still Lose Fat (EP 86)
In this episode of Uncle Marv’s Unhealthy Podcast, I talk with nutrition coach Lisa Franz about sustainable weight loss, food freedom, and why most restrictive diets backfire. We cover calorie balance, protein, and the 80/20 approach that lets you enjoy travel, social life, and real food while...
We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.
No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.
No topics indexed yet for this podcast.
Loading reviews...
ABOUT THIS SHOW
Uncle Marv’s Unhealthy Podcast isn’t your typical health show; it’s where real life meets real wellness.Each week, Marvin Bee (aka Uncle Marv) cuts through the noise to challenge what you think is healthy and uncover what actually works for your body, your mind, and your relationships. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting health advice, this podcast helps you make sense of it all—without the fluff, fads, or guilt.From breaking down trending health headlines to calling out popular myths (yes—even the ones you’ve been told are “good” for you), Uncle Marv keeps it honest, practical, and relatable. You’ll learn how to turn everyday habits into sustainable routines that support long-term energy, mental clarity, and meaningful connection with others.Through candid conversations and expert interviews, the show dives into topics that matter in real life—hormones and menopause, stress and happiness, gut health, sleep, and how modern technology is quietly shaping your health choices
HOSTED BY
Marvin Bee
Loading similar podcasts...
Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does Uncle Marv's Unhealthy Podcast have?
Uncle Marv's Unhealthy Podcast currently has 134 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Uncle Marv's Unhealthy Podcast about?
Uncle Marv’s Unhealthy Podcast isn’t your typical health show; it’s where real life meets real wellness.Each week, Marvin Bee (aka Uncle Marv) cuts through the noise to challenge what you think is healthy and uncover what actually works for your body, your mind, and your relationships. If you’ve...
How often does Uncle Marv's Unhealthy Podcast release new episodes?
Uncle Marv's Unhealthy Podcast publishes regularly with 134 episodes available. Check the episode list for the typical release schedule.
Where can I listen to Uncle Marv's Unhealthy Podcast?
You can listen to Uncle Marv's Unhealthy Podcast on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.
Who hosts Uncle Marv's Unhealthy Podcast?
Uncle Marv's Unhealthy Podcast is created and hosted by Marvin Bee.
URL copied to clipboard!