This episode felt like a deep exhale. Margaret runs solo today, as she sat down with Dr. Hillary McBride—psychologist, author, and researcher—to talk about embodiment, trauma, and the radical act of tuning back into ourselves.
We talked about what it means to feel your feelings in your body, why disconnection often begins as protection, and how pleasure, pr ... Show More
Aug 10
THROWBACK: Alcohol: Examining Alcohol culture, history, and use disorder (Season 1 Episode 15)
In Episode 15, Preston and Margaret open a bottle—of questions, stories, and science—about alcohol use disorder. What do we get wrong about “moderate” drinking? Why is detox more dangerous than most people realize? And how does alcohol quietly reshape identity, relationships, and ... Show More
1h 34m
Nov 2021
S1 Ep157: Episode 157 - Embodiment with Dr. Hillary McBride
Dr. Hillary McBride has been talking embodiment for years, from both her experience overcoming an eating disorder and her clinical practice, and then her recovery from two major car accidents. The moment I heard about her work, I was awakened to something that I had forgotten was ... Show More
56m 10s
Aug 2025
Healing Trauma: The Body's Role In Recovery With Pat Odgen
In this episode of the Healing Trauma Podcast, host Monique Koven engages in a profound conversation with Dr. Pat Ogden, the founder of Sensory Motor Therapy. They explore the critical role of the body in healing complex trauma, emphasizing that trauma affects not just the mind b ... Show More
31m 38s
Sep 2024
Thawing the Freeze: Moving Beyond Trauma With Dr. Arielle Schwartz
In this beautiful conversation, Monique Koven and trauma expert Dr. Arielle Schwartz delve into the complexities of trauma, resilience, and healing. They explore the nuances of complex trauma, the importance of therapy, and the power of community support in overcoming adversity. ... Show More
50m 38s