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Start Where You Are: #1 Orthopedic Surgeon’s Proven Protocol to Feel Stronger & Look Younger in Weeks

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1 hour 21 minutes | Monday, 18 May 2026
If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t have time to take care of myself,” or “this is just part of getting older,” this episode is for you.  Today, you’re going to learn exactly what to do to start feeling better and getting stronger, with results you'll see and feel in as little as 4 weeks.  In this episode, renowned orthopedic surgeon and longevity expert Dr. Vonda Wright, MD returns to give you the wakeup call of a lifetime and share her brand new, complete, science-backed protocol to build muscle, strengthen your bones, restore your balance, and reverse the effects of aging, no matter where y...
51 minutes | Thursday, 14 May 2026
If you’ve been feeling lost, overwhelmed, exhausted, or like you’re meant for more but can’t seem to move forward, this episode is for you.  It’s finally time you get unstuck.  In today’s solo episode, Mel breaks down the 3 traps that keep you stuck – the hidden patterns that leave you wishing, overthinking, and doubting yourself instead of taking action.  You’ve been beating yourself up instead of making the moves that could quickly get you out of a rut and onto changing your life for the better.  That ends today.  Through questions from your fellow listeners and straight-to-the-point coac...
1 hour 19 minutes | Monday, 11 May 2026
In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to beat self-doubt, stop procrastinating, and communicate with ease and confidence. Joining Mel today is Dr. Shadé Zahrai, a behavioral researcher and confidence expert, to teach you a research-backed, 4-part framework for building unshakeable confidence and eliminating self-doubt. Dr. Zahrai says that self-doubt shows up in many different ways - from overthinking, to constant comparison, to blame and resentment, and yes… to procrastination.  Today, she will walk you through the framework she says will start to dissolve that self-doubt once and for all, ...
1 hour 20 minutes | Thursday, 7 May 2026
If you’ve ever felt like making friends as an adult feels impossible, or you’ve looked around and thought, "Where did all my friends go?" – you are not alone.  Or maybe you have friends, and you want deeper connections, but you don’t know how to create it without forcing it. Friendship is hard right now. Which is why today, Mel is sitting down with Harvard-trained social scientist and bestselling author, Kasley Killam, who has spent the last 15 years researching friendship, connection, and loneliness.  Have you ever wondered why the friendships that once felt close now feel distant? Why you...
1 hour 6 minutes | Monday, 4 May 2026
Today's episode is going to completely change the way you think about every conversation you've been too afraid to have. Ever wonder why your relationships feel surface level, even after years?  Why you feel lonely, even when you're surrounded by people?  Why you say “I’m fine,” even when you’re not? Why some people earn trust instantly, while you struggle to be taken seriously? Harvard Business School’s Dr. Leslie K. John, a behavioral scientist who has spent decades studying honesty, trust, privacy, regret, and decision-making, is here to teach you the answer – and it's not what you think...
1 hour 8 minutes | Thursday, 30 April 2026
You have more control over your life and future than you think – and it’s sitting on your plate.  If you want to lose weight, feel energized, crush cravings, clear brain fog, calm inflammation, slow aging naturally, enjoy your life, and finally stop feeling confused about what to eat, this episode will change your relationship with food forever.  Today, Stanford epigenetics scientist and nutrition researcher Dr. Lucia Aronica joins Mel for a research-backed, hope-filled conversation about how to eat to live longer, stay young, and feel better than ever.  She says food isn’t just fuel – it’s...
1 hour 15 minutes | Monday, 27 April 2026
What you learn today will make you forever calmer and more in control of your emotions.  If you’ve ever had a moment where you thought:  “Why does one email, one comment…ruin my day?”  “Why do I always get overwhelmed by the littlest things?”  “Why am I like this?”  This conversation gives you the answer. In this episode, Dr. Burke Harris explains why so many of the patterns you hate, like being reactive, shutting down, people-pleasing, not being able to follow through, and feeling dread for no reason, are not your “personality flaws” – and give you the truth. Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, MD ...
1 hour 10 minutes | Thursday, 23 April 2026
Do you want to know how to set goals you can actually achieve?  Do you want the two science‑backed requirements that determine whether goals succeed or fail?  Or do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, and unsure what you even want anymore?  This episode is a step‑by‑step, research‑backed framework for setting goals that give you clarity, motivation, and momentum. You’ll learn how to choose the right goal and how to start pursuing it immediately. By the end of this episode, you won’t just feel inspired – you'll have already taken action. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, out of control, or like your...
1 hour 5 minutes | Monday, 20 April 2026
In today’s episode, a Stanford neuroscientist is going to teach you exactly how to manifest the life you want – by becoming a luckier person.  Dr. Tina Seelig has spent 25+ years at Stanford, where she also earned her PhD in the science of neuroplasticity, studying leadership, success, neuroscience, and luck.  She's written 18 books, including her newest, What I Wish I Knew About Luck – and after this conversation, you will never see luck the same way again.  In it, she breaks down something most people get completely wrong:  You may believe that luck is something you have, or you don't.  A...
1 hour 30 minutes | Thursday, 16 April 2026
If you’re confused, anxious, or overwhelmed by your health and what choices to make, this episode is for you. In this conversation, Mel sits down with Doctor Mike Varshavski, the most followed medical doctor in the world, to expose the health lies and medical misinformation that are making people sicker, more stressed, and afraid to trust their own bodies. Doctor Mike has spent over a decade in clinical practice and continues to work in a community‑based family medical practice, where he sees patients of all ages and backgrounds. Every day, he witnesses the real‑world consequences of viral ...
1 hour 8 minutes | Monday, 13 April 2026
If you’ve ever felt stressed, confused, ashamed, or behind when it comes to money, this episode is for you.  Whether you’re living paycheck‑to‑paycheck, trying to pay off debt, building credit, wondering how you’ll ever afford a home, or doing “okay” but still feeling anxious about the future, this episode will show you exactly what to do next.  This episode delivers the most important money advice you need to hear right now.  It will teach you the 4 essential rules of money - the skills no one ever taught you, but everyone needs to build financial freedom.  And it’s your guide to taking co...
1 hour 30 minutes | Thursday, 9 April 2026
Today’s episode is a MUST listen.  This is one of the most important conversations you will ever hear about Alzheimer’s prevention, dementia, memory loss, and brain health.  If you’re worried about your memory, your parents’ memory, or your risk of cognitive decline as you age, this episode gives you something most conversations don’t: real hope, backed by science, and a clear plan you can start today.  In this powerful episode, Mel sits down with world‑renowned neurologists Dr. Ayesha Sherzai and Dr. Dean Sherzai, two of the leading medical experts in Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and cog...
1 hour 13 minutes | Monday, 6 April 2026
This episode is a MUST listen.  If you’ve ever felt behind, stuck, overlooked, or underpaid, you need to hit play.  This is the most motivational, eye-opening episode that you will ever hear, and it will give you the roadmap to become the bolder, braver, more confident, and richer version of yourself you know you’re meant to be.  Today, Mel is joined by Barbara Corcoran. Barbara is one of the original Sharks on Shark Tank, a real estate mogul, and one of the most influential self-made women in business.  This episode will show you how to create an extraordinary and successful life, even if ...
1 hour 38 minutes | Thursday, 2 April 2026
You will not believe how much better you feel when you say these 6 words.  This is one of the most transformative conversations ever, on the Mel Robbins Podcast.  And it’s about… your clothes. If you’ve ever stood in front of your closet thinking:  “I have nothing to wear.”  “Nothing fits right.”  “I don’t feel good in my body.”  “Whatever… I’ll just wear the same thing again.”  This conversation will change that.  Erin Walsh is a celebrity stylist and Women’s Wear Daily Stylist of the Year who teaches the psychology of getting dressed with intention. She is also Mel’s stylist who dressed h...
1 hour 37 minutes | Monday, 30 March 2026
If you’ve ever wondered whether your bloating is normal, what your poop is supposed to look like, or why your stomach seems to have a mind of its own… you are definitely not the only one.  This conversation is hilarious, science-backed, and packed with the answers to questions we all have but rarely ask.  By the end, you’ll understand your body better, feel less embarrassed about what it’s doing, and finally have a practical guide to taking care of your gut instead of guessing.  Today, Dr. Trisha Pasricha is here to answer every question you’ve been too embarrassed to ask out loud.  Dr. Pas...
59 minutes | Thursday, 26 March 2026
Life doesn’t always go according to plan.  And even the changes you choose can bring uncertainty, questions, and moments where you wonder what’s next.  Today’s episode will show you how to move forward and find something better on the other side.  In it, Mel sits down with Dr. Maya Shankar, a cognitive scientist, expert on change, and New York Times bestselling author, for a powerful conversation about why change feels so hard and, more importantly, how to move on to become an even stronger, wiser version of yourself.     If you’re trying to figure out how to leave the past behind and reinv...
2 hours 15 minutes | Monday, 23 March 2026
This episode is a MUST listen. Mel calls it one of the most important conversations she has ever had on The Mel Robbins Podcast.  Most women don’t know this, and this information could save the life of a woman you love.  If you are thinking you’re “fine,” while quietly suffering through symptoms that are treatable, you probably don’t know this life-saving medical fact either.  Today, Mel is joined by Dr. Rachel Rubin, MD, a leading urologist and sexual health expert, to talk about hormones, menopause, libido, pelvic health, UTIs, and what’s happening in your body.  In fact, since recording ...
1 hour 20 minutes | Thursday, 19 March 2026
Today’s episode will change how you think about your entire life. Because today you’re meeting a top cancer surgeon who’s going to help you think about one of life’s big questions - the kind you don’t usually ask yourself because you’re just too busy: What really matters in life? Maybe you’ve been feeling off. Like you’re doing a lot… but you’re not sure it’s the right stuff.  Maybe you’re craving clarity… what to focus on and what to stop wasting your time on. Well that’s the kind of guidance you’re getting today. In this powerful conversation Mel is sitting down with Dr. Rahul Jandial, MD...
1 hour 5 minutes | Monday, 16 March 2026
If you constantly feel behind, overwhelmed, or like your to-do list is running your life, you’re not alone.  Here’s the good news: today, you’re going to get your life back on track – and it’s easier than you think. You’re missing a simple system to handle the endless “life admin” that piles up every week. Things like: -scheduling appointments -answering emails -organizing paperwork -managing finances -planning your week -and dealing with all the little tasks (aka “life admin) that quietly drain your time and energy. In this solo episode, Mel will show you how dedicating one single day to h...
1 hour 7 minutes | Thursday, 12 March 2026
Today’s episode is going to change the way you think about your life.  If you keep telling yourself you want to: -go after something bigger  -start something new  -speak up  -take a chance  -or finally do the thing you know you’re meant to do in life…  but you “just can’t seem to find the time,” or “make it happen,” this is the conversation you need to hear right now.  Seth Godin is going to call you out in the kindest, clearest, most liberating way.  Seth is one of Mel’s most beloved business mentors. He’s written more than 20 bestselling books, his ideas have influenced millions of people...
1 hour 22 minutes | Monday, 9 March 2026
If you feel like you have a complicated relationship with your body, food, and eating, you’re not the only one. Mel has gotten thousands of messages asking for an episode about emotional eating and body image, which is why she invited a world-renowned expert to talk about this topic with you. Today, Dr. Rachel Goldman is here for you. Dr. Goldman is a nationally recognized clinical psychologist and NYU professor who has spent more than a decade working with thousands of people struggling with emotional eating, obesity, disordered eating, and struggles with body image. She has an empowering ...
1 hour 37 minutes | Thursday, 5 March 2026
Mel calls today’s episode one of the most moving, meaningful, and transformational conversations ever to happen on the podcast.  She says it is THE most important relationship advice that she has ever heard and you will ever hear.  Today’s guest, James Sexton, is a world-renowned authority on relationships, but coming from a perspective you may not expect.  He’s the author of the bestselling book How to Stay in Love. But he’s also one of the top divorce attorneys in the world, which means for decades he's had a front-row seat to what makes marriages thrive – and the reason why marriages fal...
1 hour 1 minute | Monday, 2 March 2026
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, irritable, anxious, sad, or like you’re just barely getting through the week, feeling better comes down to 4 simple choices you can make starting today.   In this episode, Mel breaks down the small choices that make a surprisingly huge difference in your life – choices that determine whether your day gets easier or harder. These aren’t big life overhauls, just tiny decisions that help you take back your power, time, energy, happiness, and peace.   And that’s good news because when you’re worn out, the last thing you need is a massive “fix your ...
1 hour 21 minutes | Thursday, 26 February 2026
For the first time ever on The Mel Robbins Podcast, Mel is sitting down with a world-renowned dermatologist.  Whether you’re dealing with acne, aging skin, redness, fine lines, or you’re just overwhelmed and don't know what to do with the products that are clogging your bathroom drawers, this episode is for you.  If you’re at a moment in your life where your skin is out of control, you don’t look like yourself, and you don’t feel like there's anything you can do, Dr. Shereene Idriss is going to assure you that there is absolutely always something you can do. And today, you’re going to learn...
1 hour 8 minutes | Monday, 23 February 2026
What if you could teleport into Stanford’s most popular class and walk out knowing exactly how to build the life you want?  This episode is your invitation to do just that.  Today, Stanford professors Bill Burnett and Dave Evans are giving you their step-by-step guide to find your purpose and design the life you want, even if you feel stuck, uncertain, or overwhelmed.  Their proven process will quickly help you take charge of your life, expand your view of what’s possible for yourself, live with no regrets, and find more meaning in each day.   Is it ever too late to design the life of your ...
1 hour 19 minutes | Thursday, 19 February 2026
If you’ve ever clicked “Accept All Cookies,” ignored software updates, saved your passwords, or logged into free Wi-Fi, you have to hear this. The little “harmless” things you do online are exactly what scammers count on. In today’s conversation, Mel sits down with award-winning cybersecurity expert Caitlin Sarian (aka “Cybersecurity Girl”) to give you the short and simple checklist of things that protect your money, your identity, and your privacy online. You don’t need to understand cybersecurity. You just need to stop treating online habits like they’re harmless, because they can leave y...
1 hour 3 minutes | Monday, 16 February 2026
In this episode, you’re going to receive the best dating advice no one ever told you. Whether you’re single, dating, in a relationship, or listening because you’re looking for advice for someone you love - this episode will change how you think about dating and love.If you’re feeling discouraged, burned out, or you’re starting to wonder, “Am I ever going to find the right person?” or “Am I with the right person?” you’re not alone - and this episode is for you.Today, Mel sits down with Logan Ury, who is a Harvard-trained behavioral scientist, world-renowned researcher, dating expert, bestsel...
1 hour 43 minutes | Thursday, 12 February 2026
In this episode, you are going to learn how to have amazing sex, deeper intimacy, and create real, lasting love. If you’re not having sex, or if sex feels like one more thing on the to-do list, this is what you need to hear right now.Today, Mel sits down with Dr. Nicole McNichols, PhD, a University of Washington professor who teaches the most popular class on campus – which is about human sexuality.There is a reason she is the country’s #1 sex professor. Her message is simple: nothing is “wrong” with you. You were just never taught how desire actually works, what turns you on, or how women’...
1 hour 3 minutes | Monday, 9 February 2026
Some days, you don’t just feel off. You feel like you’re losing your control of everything. The routine is gone. The house is a mess. Motivation is shot. And suddenly one bad day turns into a week of feeling behind. This episode is the reset you need. Today Mel is sharing 5 simple, science-backed ways to create quick wins and real momentum – one tiny step at a time – so you go from overwhelmed and scattered to clear, grounded, and back in control. These aren’t big life changes. They’re small moves that make a surprisingly big difference to shift your direction so you can feel like you again...
1 hour 22 minutes | Thursday, 5 February 2026
Ever stood in front of the fridge thinking, “What am I actually supposed to eat to get healthy?” Today you are getting your answer. This episode gives you a simple way to decide what to eat to stay healthy without complicated math, crazy recipes, or “bro science”. In this episode, Mel sits down with Dr. Amy Shah, MD. Dr. Shah is a leading expert in the role nutrition plays in health, longevity, and hormone regulation. She has been in clinical practice for 22 years as a double-board certified medical doctor with specializations in nutrition, internal medicine, and immunology. She has a degre...
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Start Where You Are: #1 Orthopedic Surgeon’s Proven Protocol to Feel Stronger & Look Younger in Weeks
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