The Dr. Kinney Show

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  S2 E4: Autoimmunity and the Good Girls with Sara Hirsh Bordo 11.09.2026 52min

  Welcome back to the Dr. Kinney Show! In this episode, I’m joined by Sara Hirsh Bordo, documentary filmmaker, author, and the voice behind Autoimmunity and the Good Girls. This conversation explores the deep connection between women’s health, self-betrayal, chronic illness, and the stories we learn to live by. Sara shares her personal journey with autoimmune disease, Hashimoto’s, melanoma, Epstein-Barr, mold toxicity, heavy metals, and the moment that led her to ask a life-changing question: i...
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  S2 E3: Stop Saying You’re So Busy: How Language Shapes Your Stress 31.08.2026 16min

  Welcome back to the Dr. Kinney Show! In this solo episode, I’m talking about what happens in your brain and body when you constantly tell yourself and others, “I’m so busy.” After noticing how often this phrase came up in conversations, I started experimenting with not saying it, and instead talking about calm, rest, gardening, reading, and the things I was doing to protect my peace. I dive into how the stories we repeat shape our nervous system, why “busy” keeps the body in a cortisol spend ...
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  S2 E2: What Is Your Cortisol Debt Score? 26.08.2026 26min

  Welcome back to the Dr. Kinney Show! In this solo episode, I’m diving deeper into the cortisol bank account framework and introducing the Cortisol Debt Assessment, a quiz I created to help you understand how much energy your body is spending versus how much it is earning. We often know our financial credit score, how much money is coming in, and how much is going out, but most of us do not have that same awareness when it comes to our cortisol, energy, and stress load. This episode breaks dow...
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  S2 E1: The Cortisol Cure: Why I Took a Pause and What I Learned 19.08.2026 16min

  Welcome back to the Dr. Kinney Show! In this solo episode, I’m back after taking an intentional pause from the podcast, and I’m sharing what I’ve been working on behind the scenes: my upcoming book, The Cortisol Cure. This episode is all about presence, timing, trusting the process, and understanding why sometimes a pause needs to be longer than we expected. I talk about the journey of getting a book deal, writing the book, and preparing for the launch, but I also dive into the core message...
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  S1 E227: The Connection Between Stealth Infections and Your Hormone Levels (recap) 12.01.2026 17min

  Could hidden infections like Lyme disease or Epstein-Barr be the root cause of your hormonal imbalances? Welcome back to the Dr. Kinney show! In this episode, I’m discussing the critical relationship between stealth infections, such as Lyme disease and Epstein-Barr virus, and hormonal imbalances. We’ll look at how these low-grade infections can influence thyroid function, adrenal output, and sex hormone levels and the importance of comprehensive infectious workups for pati...
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  S1 E226: How Changing Your Mindset Can Change Your Health (recap) 05.01.2026 15min

  How much do your thoughts and words actually influence your health and healing process? Welcome back to the Dr. Kinney show! In this episode, I’m diving into why your mindset plays such a huge role in your health and healing. I see so many patients get stuck in negative thought cycles that seem impossible to break. The truth is, your brain can’t tell the difference between what’s happening in reality and what’s going on in your head. This means that you can actually transf...
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  S1 E225: How To Balance Your Hormones by Adjusting Your Exercise Routine (Recap) 29.12.2025 31min

  Have you ever considered that your exercise routine might be doing more harm than good for your hormonal health? Welcome back to the Dr. Kinney show! In this episode, I’m talking about the complex relationship between exercise and hormonal health, with a particular focus on female hormones. We’ll look at the impacts of different types of exercise on the thyroid, adrenal glands, and sex hormones, such as estrogen and progesterone and how both over-exercising and under-exerc...
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  S1 E224: Adrenal Fatigue: What Happens When You Burn Yourself Out (recap) 22.12.2025 26min

  Why do you still feel drained, even after a full night's sleep? Could it be 'Cortisol Debt'? Welcome back to the Dr. Kinney show! In this episode, we’re exploring the critical role that rest plays in healing, with a particular focus on adrenal fatigue and burnout. I like to explain cortisol as the body’s 'currency.' Much like financial budgeting, rest helps us 'earn' energy, while our daily activities and stress 'spend' it. When we don't get enough rest, we end up in what ...
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  S1 E223: Healing from SIBO and the Gut-Body Connection with Dr. Ana Rodriguez (recap) 15.12.2025 37min

  The gut truly is like the root from which everything else grows, and if it’s not functioning well, you’re bound to have some negative impacts on your health. In this episode of The Dr. Kinney Show, I sat down with the latest member of my team, Dr. Ana Rodriguez, to talk about SIBO or small intestine bacterial overgrowth. She’s sharing what it is, the symptoms you might be experiencing, and the treatment options you have if this is what you’re dealing with. Topics covered in this epi...
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  S1 E222: Is Your Lymphatic System Holding You Back? Everything You Need to Know (recap) 08.12.2025 15min

  How well do you understand your lymphatic system? In this solo episode of The Dr. Kinney Show, I’m diving into this topic because it is a really important system and it doesn't get talked about enough. Your lymphatic system has an impact on every single other system in the body, and if it isn’t in good health, it can be really hard to make progress in other areas of your health. Topics covered in this episode include: What your lymphatic system is and all of the jobs it has in yo...
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  S1 E221: Top Tips to Overcome Your Health Anxiety (recap) 01.12.2025 19min

  Let’s talk about health anxiety. In this episode of The Dr. Kinney Show, I want to address something that has been coming up a lot lately with the patients I see in my private practice- anxiety about your health. This is something that so many people struggle with, myself included, and I want to share some ways that you can overcome it. Topics covered in this episode include: My experience as a hypochondriacThe importance of working with someone who really understands health anxiety...
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  S1 E220: Thyroid Check: How To Find Out if You Have Hypothyroidism Even If Your Labs Are Normal (recap) 24.11.2025 24min

  Do you have all the hypothyroid symptoms even though you’re being told your thyroid is normal? In this episode, I'll be addressing a common concern among my patients—the thyroid. I want to help you understand the importance of accurate testing to determine whether your thyroid is functioning optimally so you can identify any issues and get the treatment plan you need. Topics covered in this episode include: The classic signs and symptoms that something is going on with your ...
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  S1 E219: The Truth About Cortisol: Dispelling Common Myths (recap) 17.11.2025 19min

  Welcome back to the Dr. Kinney Show! In today's episode, we’re discussing the complexities of Cortisol. While often labelled as merely a 'Stress Hormone,' cortisol plays a crucial role in our body's response to stress and overall energy management. In this episode, I talk about the importance of maintaining proper cortisol levels, the consequences of both high and low cortisol, and how they can impact your health and well-being. I also discuss the need for balance and practical st...
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  S1 E218: Learning to Listen: Healing Through Self-Compassion and Mindset 10.11.2025 48min

  Welcome back to the Dr. Kinney Show! This week, I’m joined by Sara Corckran, mindset and positive psychology coach, speaker, and author of Grit and Grace: How to Find Clarity and Optimism in Overwhelming Situations. Sara’s story and work beautifully bridge mindset and medicine, showing how the way we think about our challenges can change how we move through them. In this conversation, we talk about the power of slowing down, listening to your body, and learning to truly care for yourself, not...
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  S1 E217: The Truth About Ozempic, Semaglutide, and Weight Loss Medications 03.11.2025 25min

  Welcome back to the Dr. Kinney Show! In this solo episode, I’m diving deep into one of the most talked-about topics in wellness right now, GLP-1 medications, including Ozempic, Wegovy, and semaglutide. There’s a lot of information (and misinformation) circulating about these drugs, and I want to explain how they actually work, when they can be incredibly effective, and when they can cause more harm than good. I break down the glucose-insulin connection, what insulin resistance really means, a...
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  S1 E216: Rethinking Resilience: The Hidden Realities of Military Family Life 27.10.2025 32min

  Welcome back to the Dr. Kinney Show! This week I’m joined by Jennifer Barnhill, an award-winning journalist, Navy spouse, and author of The Military Stories You’ve Been Told and the Ones You Need to Hear. We dive into the true meaning of resilience and the hidden emotional and physical costs of being expected to “bounce back” especially in military life. Jennifer shares her research and lived experience uncovering how military families navigate chronic stress, lack of support, and societal ex...
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  S1 E215: The Power of the Pause: Earning More Energy Than You Spend 20.10.2025 27min

  Welcome back to the Dr. Kinney Show! In this solo episode, I’m sharing what I’ve been up to during my podcast pause and opening up about the inspiration behind my new book. I dive into one of my core teachings, learning to earn more energy than you spend, and explain how taking time to rest, recharge, and slow down can actually help you move faster, feel better, and live more intentionally. I talk about how cortisol functions like your body’s energy currency, how imbalance leads to burnout, ...
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  S1 E214: How to Create Systems That Keep Your Home and Mind Clutter-Free 18.08.2025 38min

  Welcome back to the Dr. Kinney Show! In today’s episode, I’m joined by professional organizer Susie Salinas, founder of Systems by Susie, to talk all about the life-changing power of home organization. Susie shares how she helps busy families and businesses develop long-term systems to stay organized without the stress. We explore how physical clutter affects your mental load, the difference between organizing and systemizing, and why so many people struggle to maintain order in their homes—e...
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  S1 E213: Hormones, Mood Swings & Meltdowns: A Parent’s Guide to the Puberty Years 04.08.2025 21min

  Welcome back to the Dr. Kinney Show! In this solo episode, I’m diving into a topic that hits close to home—how to support your tweens and teens as they navigate the wild ride of puberty. As a mom of five, I’m no stranger to mood swings, hormonal shifts, and dinner table meltdowns. This episode was inspired by a recent conversation with my kids that reminded me just how intense and important this phase can be for both kids and parents. In this episode, I share: What’s actually going on in the ...
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  S1 E212: The Mouth-Body Connection: How Functional Dentistry Impacts Your Whole Health with Dr. Yasi Roland 21.07.2025 29min

  Welcome back to the Dr. Kinney Show! This week, I’m joined by Dr. Yasaman Roland, founder of the Center for Transformative Dentistry in Annapolis, MD. Dr. Roland is a pioneer in functional whole-body dentistry, helping both children and adults address issues like TMD, sleep apnea, and jaw development—not just for a better smile, but for better overall health. In this fascinating episode, we explore the critical link between oral health and whole-body wellness. From breathing and posture to s...