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Welcome to Dismantling Diet Cultured: F*ck Being Calladita
Hosted by Dr. Hortencia Jimenez · EN
Welcome to Dismantling Diet Culture: F*ck Being Calladita, the only spanglish anti-diet podcast. I’m your host, Dr. Hortencia Jimenez, a queer Mexican immigrant of Wixarika ancestry. I'm a mother, daughter, comadre, amiga, community member, professor, health coach and published author. On this show I share personal experience, tips, strategies and education content to help you understand diet culture and systems of oppression so that you can have the tools to challenge diet culture. Current and future generations do not deserve to inherit your diet culture trauma and I’m here to help you.
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107. Finding Joy in Movement—Starting Your Fitness Journey Without Diet Culture
Feb 26, 202500:34:26Tap to summarizeWelcome to another solo episode!Have you ever felt like the gym was a place of punishment rather than empowerment? In this episode, we’re reclaiming fitness from diet culture and toxic industry standards. Movement should be about joy, healing, and self-connection—not about shrinking yourself, earning food, or pushing through pain just to meet unrealistic standards.I’ll be sharing a personal moment from my own fitness journey. Strength training, for me, isn’t just about muscle—it’s a way to process emotions and reconnect with my body in a way that feels powerful.We’ll talk about:💪🏾 How diet culture distorts our relationship with exercise✨ Reframing movement as healing not punishment🏋🏽♀️ Tips for starting your fitness journey without toxic fitness narratives💖 How movement can be a tool for emotional release and healing.Whether you’re new to working out or trying to heal your relationship with fitness, this episode is for you. Let’s move in ways that feel good, celebrate our strength, and redefine what fitness means—without shame, restriction, or guilt.Here are some amazing accounts you should follow that promote a healthy relationship with fitness and body: @healthyphit@radicallyfitoakland@movewithmarcia@kiraonysko@theantidiettrainer@decolonizing_fitness@feministpowerhour@thepowerliftingsocialworker---------------------------------I would greatly appreciate if you can leave a review for this podcast Dismantling Diet Culture: F*ck Being Calladita onApple Podcasts!Don't forget to follow me on Instagram and TikTok @drhortenciajimenezand visitwww.hortenciajimenez.com----------------------------------Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita, is the only spanglish anti-diet podcast where your host Dr. Hortencia Jimenez shares her personal experience with diet culture, tips and strategies and education content to help you understand diet culture and systems of oppression so that you can have the tools to challenge diet culture. Current and future generations do not deserve to inherit your diet culture trauma and I’m here to help you. If you are on a mission to heal body and food traumas and embody your authentic self unapologetic, welcome to Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita----------------------------------Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute therapy or medical advice. Please speak with a licensed therapist if you experience trauma triggers or a registered anti-diet dietitian with any nutritional questions.
Transcribe →106: Reclaiming Valentine’s Day – Self-Love and Healing
Feb 13, 202500:31:35Tap to summarizeWelcome to another solo episode!Valentine’s Day is often marketed as a day for couples, reinforcing the idea that love and fulfillment only come from romantic relationships. But what about those of us who are single, healing, or simply don’t buy into the commercialized pressure of this holiday?In this episode, I dive into the societal expectations surrounding Valentine’s Day, from its heteronormative and consumer-driven messaging to the deeper ways it can impact self-worth. I explore how single folks can reclaim this day for self-love, healing, and community care.I’ll share tangible strategies for embracing love in all its forms—self-love, platonic love, and collective care—so you can honor this day in a way that nourishes YOU. Whether you’re spending it solo, with friends, or redefining what love means on your own terms, this episode is for you.Let’s unlearn, heal, and celebrate love in all its expansiveness.---------------------------------I would greatly appreciate if you can leave a review for this podcast Dismantling Diet Culture: F*ck Being Calladita onApple Podcasts!Don't forget to follow me on Instagram and TikTok @drhortenciajimenezand visitwww.hortenciajimenez.com----------------------------------Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita, is the only spanglish anti-diet podcast where your host Dr. Hortencia Jimenez shares her personal experience with diet culture, tips and strategies and education content to help you understand diet culture and systems of oppression so that you can have the tools to challenge diet culture. Current and future generations do not deserve to inherit your diet culture trauma and I’m here to help you. If you are on a mission to heal body and food traumas and embody your authentic self unapologetic, welcome to Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita----------------------------------Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute therapy or medical advice. Please speak with a licensed therapist if you experience trauma triggers or a registered anti-diet dietitian with any nutritional questions.
Transcribe →105. Pussy Empowered: Embodiment, Expression & Erotic Liberation
Feb 6, 202500:41:42Tap to summarizeWelcome to another episode! In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Alyssa Aparicio (she/her)—a Bronx-born multimedia creatrix, CEO, and founder of Pussy Empowered™. Through retreats, events, classes, and her Pussy Empowered Podcast, Alyssa is redefining embodiment and self-expression in a way that is sex-positive, sex worker inclusive, and deeply liberating. As an erotic performer and choreographer, she is passionate about creating safe spaces for people to reconnect with their bodies, embrace pleasure, and unlearn shame. We dive into her journey, the intersections of creativity and sensuality, and how reclaiming erotic expression is an act of empowerment. Tune in for a conversation that challenges societal norms, celebrates self-expression, and invites you to step into your fullest, most embodied self. Follow Alyssa on IG: @sensual_radiance Website: http://pussyempowered.com Email: sensual.radiance@gmail.com I would greatly appreciate if you can leave a review for this podcast Dismantling Diet Culture: F*ck Being Calladita onApple Podcasts! Don't forget to follow me on Instagram and TikTok @drhortenciajimenezand visitwww.hortenciajimenez.com ---------------------------------- Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita, is the only spanglish anti-diet podcast where your host Dr. Hortencia Jimenez shares her personal experience with diet culture, tips and strategies and education content to help you understand diet culture and systems of oppression so that you can have the tools to challenge diet culture. Current and future generations do not deserve to inherit your diet culture trauma and I’m here to help you. If you are on a mission to heal body and food traumas and embody your authentic self unapologetic, welcome to Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita ---------------------------------- Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute therapy or medical advice. Please speak with a licensed therapist if you experience trauma triggers or a registered anti-diet dietitian with any nutritional questions.
Transcribe →104. Five Consejitos for Undocumented Students & How to Be an Ally
Jan 30, 202500:32:45Tap to summarizeWelcome to another solo episode! Navigating college as an undocumented student comes with unique challenges—especially in today’s political climate. In this episode, I share five key consejitos to help undocumented students find resources, build community, and protect their mental health. But this episode isn’t just for undocumented students—it’s also for allies who want to show up in meaningful ways for immigrant communities. Whether you’re undocumented, DACAmented, or a supporter, this episode will leave you with tangible actions to advocate, uplift, and stand in solidarity. If you’re an undocumented student, know that you are not alone. Share this episode with a friend who might need these consejos. If you’re an ally, take action by learning, advocating, and amplifying immigrant voices. Don’t forget to subscribe to my podcast, leave a review, and tag me on social media with your thoughts! --------------------------------- I would greatly appreciate if you can leave a review for this podcast Dismantling Diet Culture: F*ck Being Calladita onApple Podcasts! Don't forget to follow me on Instagram and TikTok @drhortenciajimenezand visitwww.hortenciajimenez.com ---------------------------------- Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita, is the only spanglish anti-diet podcast where your host Dr. Hortencia Jimenez shares her personal experience with diet culture, tips and strategies and education content to help you understand diet culture and systems of oppression so that you can have the tools to challenge diet culture. Current and future generations do not deserve to inherit your diet culture trauma and I’m here to help you. If you are on a mission to heal body and food traumas and embody your authentic self unapologetic, welcome to Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita ---------------------------------- Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute therapy or medical advice. Please speak with a licensed therapist if you experience trauma triggers or a registered anti-diet dietitian with any nutritional questions.
Transcribe →103. Decolonizing Mental Health: Dr. Yanira Hernandez on Trauma, Healing, and Empowering First-Gen Latine Communities
Jan 23, 202500:48:07Tap to summarizeWelcome to another episode! I have the pleasure and honor to have shared the space with my amazing amiga and colega Dr, Yanira Hernanez. Dr. Hernandez is a First-Generation Mexican American bilingual, trauma-focused Licensed Clinical Social Worker, consultant, speaker, and educator. Born and raised in South Central Los Angeles, Dr. Hernandez shares her inspiring journey from UCLA to USC, where she earned her doctorate in Educational Leadership. As the Founder and Director of Pa’lante Therapy Inc., Dr. Hernandez uses trauma-informed and intersectionality lenses to center her work on BIPOC communities, with a focus on Latine individuals. From mentoring First-Gen professionals and students to decolonizing mental health practices, Dr. Hernandez is leading a transformative movement in healing and education. Join us as we explore her mission to uplift and empower Latine communities, challenge systemic barriers, and reimagine therapy through a culturally grounded and decolonized approach. Follow Dr. Hernandez on IG: @palantetherapy Webstite: www.palantetherapy.com Email: yanirahernandez@palantetherapy.com --------------------------------- I would greatly appreciate if you can leave a review for this podcast Dismantling Diet Culture: F*ck Being Calladita onApple Podcasts! Don't forget to follow me on Instagram and TikTok @drhortenciajimenezand visitwww.hortenciajimenez.com ---------------------------------- Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita, is the only spanglish anti-diet podcast where your host Dr. Hortencia Jimenez shares her personal experience with diet culture, tips and strategies and education content to help you understand diet culture and systems of oppression so that you can have the tools to challenge diet culture. Current and future generations do not deserve to inherit your diet culture trauma and I’m here to help you. If you are on a mission to heal body and food traumas and embody your authentic self unapologetic, welcome to Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita ---------------------------------- Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute therapy or medical advice. Please speak with a licensed therapist if you experience trauma triggers or a registered anti-diet dietitian with any nutritional questions.
Transcribe →102. Celebrating Wins: Owning Your Success & Uplifting the Collective
Jan 16, 202500:28:31Tap to summarizeWelcome to another solo episode! In this episode, I’m sharing three milestones that have filled my heart with gratitude and pride: being recognized by the Latino Alumni Network at my alma mater, San Jose State University, having my podcast ranked number three in the top 30 anti-diet podcasts, and leading a workshop at Centro Chicano y Latino at Stanford University. But this isn’t just about my accomplishments—it’s about creating space for you to celebrate your own. I’m inviting you to show up raw, authentic, and unapologetically YOU. Let’s embrace the hard, scary stuff that pushes us to grow, and let’s recognize that our wins don’t just belong to us—they’re part of the collective. Together, we rise by lifting each other. Tune in for inspiration, empowerment, and a reminder that your milestones matter—because you matter. Muchisimas gracis por tu apoyo! Thank you for your support! --------------------------------- I would greatly appreciate if you can leave a review for this podcast Dismantling Diet Culture: F*ck Being Calladita onApple Podcasts! Don't forget to follow me on Instagram and TikTok @drhortenciajimenezand visitwww.hortenciajimenez.com ---------------------------------- Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita, is the only spanglish anti-diet podcast where your host Dr. Hortencia Jimenez shares her personal experience with diet culture, tips and strategies and education content to help you understand diet culture and systems of oppression so that you can have the tools to challenge diet culture. Current and future generations do not deserve to inherit your diet culture trauma and I’m here to help you. If you are on a mission to heal body and food traumas and embody your authentic self unapologetic, welcome to Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita ---------------------------------- Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute therapy or medical advice. Please speak with a licensed therapist if you experience trauma triggers or a registered anti-diet dietitian with any nutritional questions.
Transcribe →101. Burlesque as a Path to Healing: A Conversation with Xochii de la Noche
Jan 8, 202500:42:10Tap to summarizeWelcome to another episode! I have the pleasure of being in community with Xochii de la Noche. Xochii is the multi-dimensional bruja of play and pleasure and a new diamond in the House Of Knyle! Based in Long Beach, CA, Xochii has been leaving audiences mesmerized since 2021 with her radiant smile, seductive flow, and hypnotizing prop work. Xochii has graced festivals such as the Ohio Burlesque Festival, the Mile HIGH Burlesque Festival, the Exquisite Burlesque Festival, and the Colorado Burlesque Festival. Xochii was also a limited resident in Orange County's Longest Running Burlesque Show MUSE Burlesque, and is a current resident at Long Beach’s premier queer cumbia night CUMBIAFEST. An evening with this midnight beauty will leave you spellbound and screaming for more. Tune in to this episode to learn more about Xochii de la Noche journey. Follow Xochii on IG: @xochii_noche Email: info@gmail.com --------------------------------- I would greatly appreciate if you can leave a review for this podcast Dismantling Diet Culture: F*ck Being Calladita onApple Podcasts! Don't forget to follow me on Instagram and TikTok @drhortenciajimenezand visitwww.hortenciajimenez.com ---------------------------------- Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita, is the only spanglish anti-diet podcast where your host Dr. Hortencia Jimenez shares her personal experience with diet culture, tips and strategies and education content to help you understand diet culture and systems of oppression so that you can have the tools to challenge diet culture. Current and future generations do not deserve to inherit your diet culture trauma and I’m here to help you. If you are on a mission to heal body and food traumas and embody your authentic self unapologetic, welcome to Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita ---------------------------------- Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute therapy or medical advice. Please speak with a licensed therapist if you experience trauma triggers or a registered anti-diet dietitian with any nutritional questions.
Transcribe →100. Intentions for 2025: Beyond Diet Culture
Jan 3, 202500:30:46Tap to summarizeHappy New Year! Welcome to the very first episode of 2025, and guess what? It’s also our 100th episode! I’m so grateful to have you all as part of this amazing community and my podcast journey. This journey wouldn’t be possible without listeners like you. Thank you so much—muchas gracias! As we welcome a new year, let’s leave behind the pressures to shrink ourselves and step boldly into a space of joy, connection, and radical self-care. In this episode, we’re rejecting resolutions rooted in diet culture and embracing intentions that nurture every part of who we are. In today's episode, we’ll reflect on key questions to guide our 2025 intentions: 👉🏾 How do you want to be remembered when you are gone? Let this help guide your intentions 👉🏾What brought you joy in 2024, and how can you create more of it? 👉🏾 What practices helped you feel grounded and whole? 👉🏾 What beliefs or patterns no longer serve you? 👉🏾 What new rituals will support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being? Let’s make 2025 the year we embrace radical self-acceptance and healing—rooted in love, not restriction. Tune in to start your year with intention and divest from diet culture. --------------------------------- I would greatly appreciate if you can leave a review for this podcast Dismantling Diet Culture: F*ck Being Calladita onApple Podcasts! Don't forget to follow me on Instagram and TikTok @drhortenciajimenezand visitwww.hortenciajimenez.com ---------------------------------- Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita, is the only spanglish anti-diet podcast where your host Dr. Hortencia Jimenez shares her personal experience with diet culture, tips and strategies and education content to help you understand diet culture and systems of oppression so that you can have the tools to challenge diet culture. Current and future generations do not deserve to inherit your diet culture trauma and I’m here to help you. If you are on a mission to heal body and food traumas and embody your authentic self unapologetic, welcome to Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita ---------------------------------- Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute therapy or medical advice. Please speak with a licensed therapist if you experience trauma triggers or a registered anti-diet dietitian with any nutritional questions.
Transcribe →99. Embracing Culture and Confidence: A Conversation with Zariel Grullón on Body Image and Reclaiming Latine Foods
Dec 26, 202400:39:43Tap to summarizeWelcome to another episode! I have the pleasure of sharing the space with Zariel Grullón, a registered dietitian. Zariel is a vibrant first-generation Dominican American dietitian driven by her love for culinary heritage and a passion for accessible wellness. Growing up as the family's gordita, Zariel intimately understands cultural expectations and body image struggles. Drawing from her journey, she empowers the Latine community to embrace their bodies and reclaim cultural foods with confidence. Tune in to this episode to learn more about Zariel and how you can work with her. Follow Zariel on IG: @loveyourchichos Website: loveyourchichos.com Email: info@loveyourchichos.com --------------------------------- I would greatly appreciate if you can leave a review for this podcast Dismantling Diet Culture: F*ck Being Calladita onApple Podcasts! Don't forget to follow me on Instagram and TikTok @drhortenciajimenezand visitwww.hortenciajimenez.com ---------------------------------- Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita, is the only spanglish anti-diet podcast where your host Dr. Hortencia Jimenez shares her personal experience with diet culture, tips and strategies and education content to help you understand diet culture and systems of oppression so that you can have the tools to challenge diet culture. Current and future generations do not deserve to inherit your diet culture trauma and I’m here to help you. If you are on a mission to heal body and food traumas and embody your authentic self unapologetic, welcome to Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita ---------------------------------- Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute therapy or medical advice. Please speak with a licensed therapist if you experience trauma triggers or a registered anti-diet dietitian with any nutritional questions.
Transcribe →98. Your Unique Light Matters: Stop Holding Back and Live Fully
Dec 18, 202400:25:27Tap to summarizeWelcome to another solo episode! I want to start off by asking you…are you truly living or just going through the motions? In this solo episode, I remind you that life is a gift — one that shouldn’t be taken for granted. I dive into the urgency of living fully, embracing your unique talents, and pursuing your dreams before it’s too late. Many people exist but feel dead inside, trapped by societal expectations and fears. Don’t let that be your story. Learn how to break free, take meaningful action, and avoid regrets at life’s end. I also share a personal accountability story about taking a long-overdue step toward my dreams. Now, it’s your turn. What’s one thing you’ve been putting off that you can commit to today? The time to act is now. Your life, your dreams, and your presence matter. Live full!y 🎙️Listen episode 98 now and be inspired to take that first step toward the life you’ve been putting on hold. --------------------------------- I would greatly appreciate if you can leave a review for this podcast Dismantling Diet Culture: F*ck Being Calladita onApple Podcasts! Don't forget to follow me on Instagram and TikTok @drhortenciajimenezand visitwww.hortenciajimenez.com ---------------------------------- Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita, is the only spanglish anti-diet podcast where your host Dr. Hortencia Jimenez shares her personal experience with diet culture, tips and strategies and education content to help you understand diet culture and systems of oppression so that you can have the tools to challenge diet culture. Current and future generations do not deserve to inherit your diet culture trauma and I’m here to help you. If you are on a mission to heal body and food traumas and embody your authentic self unapologetic, welcome to Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita ---------------------------------- Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute therapy or medical advice. Please speak with a licensed therapist if you experience trauma triggers or a registered anti-diet dietitian with any nutritional questions.
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