Podcast Summary: The Bobby Bones Show

Episode: Amy’s Latest Premenopausal Moments & A Perspective on Eating Disorders
Date: November 1, 2025
Host: Bobby Bones (Premiere Networks)
Main Contributors: Amy, Morgan

Overview of the Episode's Theme

This episode centers on candid, listener-driven Q&A with a focus on Amy’s personal experiences with premenopause and eating disorder recovery. Through open dialogue, Amy and Morgan address fan inquiries—ranging from family holiday plans and home remodeling to mental health and body image. The episode’s tone is friendly, affirming, and occasionally vulnerable, providing valuable insights into women’s health and personal growth.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Holiday Plans & Family Dynamics

• Thanksgiving & Christmas Plans:
  • Amy discusses the complexities of coordinating holidays post-divorce, especially with blended families and evolving traditions.
    • “Thanksgiving, I will be home, and we'll in Nashville with the kids and doing Thanksgiving with my boyfriend and his family...and he always celebrates it with his wife's [family]...she passed away, so still his wife, but her family, too.” (03:29–03:55)
  • Christmas plans are uncertain, largely hinging on custody arrangements with her ex, Ben, and the preferences of her children.
    • “Normally, Colorado, but I don't know. I gotta figure it out with my kids, like, what they want to do.” (04:25)
• Morgan’s Plans:
  • Morgan will spend Christmas and New Year's in Kansas with her boyfriend, noting less complication compared to Amy.

2. Listener Shoutouts & Community Engagement

• Warm shoutouts from fans across the country, highlighting the supportive show community.
  • “Love y’all on the show and love both of your podcasts. Y’all are crushing it.” — Kate in Arizona (02:50)

3. Pimpinjoy Shirts & St. Jude Partnership

• Amy confirms new Pimpinjoy shirts will be available for the December St. Jude Radiothon, especially for “Partners in Hope.”
  • “There's like a camo shirt that says Pimpinjoy that people will get.” (05:52–06:05)

4. Home Remodeling Reflections

• Amy explains her evolving style and satisfaction with her kitchen and entire house overhaul post-divorce.
  • “My last three kitchens have had all white countertops and a dark, dark, dark blue…almost black looking cabinet. Someone pointed that out to me: you did my last three houses?…” (06:25–07:52)
• Discusses the stresses and joys of extensive remodeling, from living with contractors for months to enjoying the refreshed spaces.
  • “I had workers in my house for months and months and months.” (08:44–08:55)
  • Her favorite space? The tiny downstairs guest bath.
    • “It's a little, teeny, tiny guest bathroom, and it's my favorite room.” (09:31–09:37)

5. Beauty Routines—Eyelash Extensions

• Amy details her long-standing relationship with “Amy at Lash” in Nashville for eyelash extensions, including what makes the service feel special and why she’s hesitant to stop.
  • “Obviously, after nine years, she's become my friend and I love our hour together.” (10:05–10:27)
  • Urges listeners not to give up on self-care after a bad first experience:
    • “Don't let one bad experience on something completely rule out…it could be lashes, could be something else.” (11:43–11:55)

6. Navigating Premenopause

• Amy answers how perimenopause impacts her daily life, touching on physical, mental, and emotional symptoms:
  • Emotional ups and downs, disrupted sleep, unpredictable cycles, severe cramps, and joint pain (golfer’s elbow).
    • “My cycles are very irregular, like all over the place...Some of my cramps have been completely out of control.” (15:18–16:15)
  • She manages symptoms with dietary supplements, temperature regulation, and awareness of ADHD’s interaction with hormonal changes.
    • “For a while, I was taking some testosterone, and then I quit, so I need to see if I need to get back on that.” (18:34–18:44)
  • Emphasizes the importance of tracking health, getting medical input, and sharing experiences to reduce stigma and isolation:
    • “With everybody talking about it so much, especially online…you feel less alone. You're like, okay, I'm not crazy.” (17:37–17:56)

7. Eating Disorder Recovery: A Lifelong Journey

• Amy’s deeply personal segment explores lingering challenges and strategies since entering recovery from bulimia and Orthorexia:
  • Recovery is ongoing, with quiet periods and flares tied to traumatic life events.
    • “I think it's something that you deal with for life, but in different ways. It's not as loud.” (19:04–19:24)
    • “When my mom died, it immediately came back…It was like the day after she died…I purged, and then the cycle began.” (20:18–20:37)
    • “That book changed everything for me.” (21:27, referencing Brain Over Binge)
  • She talks about surrendering control, deleting calorie-tracking apps, and working with supportive professionals and loved ones.
    • “My friend Lisa...has a program called Fork the Noise. Because that's all it is. It's like, noise in your head. And she's like, stick a fork in it. And she highly encouraged me to ditch [tracking].” (22:33–23:12)
  • The importance of vigilance, as triggers can re-emerge during major stressors such as divorce or bereavement.
    • “I feel really good about that. But I also have to be on guard that, like, that fork could come loose at any moment.” (24:07–24:24)
  • Discusses relationship dynamics and maintaining boundaries given her history.
    • “Sometimes I have to watch it around [my boyfriend] because I don't want to get sucked back into a certain way…” (27:07–27:56)
  • Offers hope and realistic expectations for others in recovery.
    • “If you’re going through it, yes, I’m sorry. And I wish I could say, oh, yeah, you’ll be good once you’re in recovery. Yay. But you will be...there is always a bright light...it just can be a little messy.” (28:38–28:51)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Family Blending:

  • “They have, like, lots of people, so he's from Nashville, so there's lots of people involved. And then he always celebrates it with his wife's...her family, too.” (03:29–03:55)

• On Pre-menopausal Mood Swings:

  • “I get emotional and irrational at times. My sleep is disrupted at times. I have some night sweats, but not all the time.” (15:18–15:52)

• On Awareness and Recovery:

  • “Awareness is everything. Information is everything.” (17:56)
  • “That fork could come loose at any moment...” (24:17–24:24)
  • “Don’t let one bad experience on something completely rule out, you know, it could be lashes, could be something else.” (11:43–11:55)

• On Self-Compassion During Tough Times:

  • “If I want to just, like, crawl into my bed, I have to give myself that…But I try to set a timer or give myself that time and then get up and then get moving again.” (17:25–17:43)

Important Segments & Timestamps

• Holiday Planning and Blended Families (03:29–05:12)
• Kitchen Remodel Revelations (06:19–09:37)
• Amy’s Eyelash Extension Routine (09:42–11:55)
• Pre-Menopause Mental, Emotional & Physical Effects (15:11–18:44)
• Eating Disorder Recovery Explained (19:04–28:51)

Closing Thoughts

This episode stands out for its authenticity and approachable tone. Amy’s willingness to discuss her journey through perimenopause and eating disorder recovery provides relatable, practical encouragement for listeners facing similar struggles. The lively, honest exchanges with Morgan offer warmth and reassurance, making even the toughest topics accessible and hopeful.

For more listener questions, personal stories, and community support, tune in weekly to The Bobby Bones Show.