Transform Your Life with Teresa and Tonya
Transform Your Life with Teresa & Tonya is a heartfelt and inspiring podcast that chronicles the personal journeys of two friends, Teresa and Tonya, who have dramatically changed their lives through bariatric surgery. With a focus on weight loss, wellness, and the ups and downs of life before and after surgery, this podcast offers a unique blend of personal stories, expert advice, and supportive tips for those considering or navigating the path of weight transformation.
Teresa Parent and Tonya Spanglo, having experienced the challenges and triumphs of bariatric surgery firsthand, share their insights, lessons learned, and the lifestyle changes that have helped them maintain their health and happiness.
Each episode features discussions on topics ranging from the emotional aspects of weight loss and the importance of mental health to practical advice on nutrition, exercise, and navigating social situations.
Each episode features discussions on topics ranging from the emotional aspects of weight loss and the importance of mental health to practical advice on nutrition, exercise, and navigating social situations.
This podcast is more than just a weight loss podcast; it's a community where listeners can find motivation, encouragement, and understanding. Whether you're curious about bariatric surgery, in the midst of your own weight loss journey, or looking for ways to support a loved one, Teresa and Tonya invite you to join them in transforming your life, one episode at a time.
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Episodes
65 episodes
Transform Your Life in the Kitchen: High-Protein Chaffle Recipes & Real Talk on Weight Loss
In this lively and inspiring episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya take the podcast to the kitchen for the very first time! From sweet cravings to savory creations, they share their favorite high-protein chaffle recipes usin...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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39:33
From 406 Pounds to Marathon Mindset: Mannie Stewart’s Radical Transformation
In this heartfelt episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya sit down with Mannie Stewart—a powerhouse in the weight loss community whose incredible journey from 406 pounds to marathon runner is both raw and deeply inspiring. Man...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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57:30
How Weight Loss Transformed Our Lives: From Negativity to Intentional Living
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya reflect on how their lives have changed—mentally, emotionally, and physically—through their weight loss journey. They share how growing up in toxic households shaped their early ...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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45:56
Inside the Weight Loss Journey: Mindset Shifts, Plastic Surgery, and Building a Supportive Community
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya share what listeners can expect from the podcast—and how they’re creating the supportive space they wish they had at the start of their own weight loss journeys. They open up abo...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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32:16
Sheri Arcuria’s Weight Loss Journey: From Childhood Struggles to Bariatric Surgery and Personal Transformation
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya are joined by Sheri Arcuria to discuss her lifelong weight loss journey. Sheri opens up about struggling with her weight since childhood, being diagnosed with health issues, and ...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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46:00
Stephanie Bariatric Warrior: From Chronic Illness to Community Support and Advocacy
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya talk with Stephanie from Bariatric Warrior. They start out with trending topics in the weight loss world, including changes with the Mel and Kel podcast, Jenna Bariatric Bestie, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 20
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42:15
Weight Loss Journey Essentials: Favorite High-Protein Snacks, Tools, and Tips for Everyday Success
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya dive into their favorite things—from drinks and snacks to clothing and skincare. They start with beverages, sharing thoughts on caffeine, Hydro Flex flavors from Devotion, and th...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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43:28
Healing Body Image Through a Weight Loss Journey: Letting Go of Insecurities and Embracing Self-Worth
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya discuss the emotional weight that often lingers long after physical weight is lost. They share their experiences of being labeled "the fat one" and how those past feelings contin...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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34:23
Cooking in the Kitchen for Weight Loss: Transform Your Mindset and Meals
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya share how their weight loss journey has transformed the way they approach meals, organize their kitchen, and create a supportive environment for healthy living. They open up abou...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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30:58
Teresa’s Wedding Journey & the Power of Weight Loss Transformation
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya reflect on their shared weight loss journeys, with a special focus on Teresa’s recent wedding. Teresa opens up about how her transformation allowed her to experience things she o...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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42:32
The Pressures of Weight Loss: Overcoming Fears, Transfer Addiction & Lifestyle Changes
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya dive deep into the emotional and mental pressures of a weight loss journey. They share their experiences with keeping their weight loss private, the fear of regaining weight, and...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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46:11
How Weight Loss Transformed Our Lives: Overcoming FOMO, Social Struggles & Confidence Challenges
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya open up about the fear of missing out and how their weight loss journey changed everything. They share personal stories of skipping family events, struggling with accessibility, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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37:16
Mastering Portion Control on Your Weight Loss Journey
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya open up about their struggles with portion control before and after bariatric surgery. They share how emotional eating led them to overconsume food, often feeling defensive when ...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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36:07
How to Dress for Every Stage of Your Weight Loss Journey: Style Tips Before, During, and After
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya share essential tips on how to dress for every stage of your weight loss journey. Whether you're just starting, actively losing weight, or maintaining your results, they offer pr...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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42:32
Weight Loss Journey and Transformation: Hair, Makeup, and Self-Care Tips with Teresa and Tonya
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya dive into the powerful transformations they've experienced through their weight loss journeys, focusing on how their hair and makeup routines have evolved. Tonya shares her journ...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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32:02
Navigating Social Media on Your Weight Loss Journey: Motivation, Pitfalls & Sustainable Success
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya discuss the impact of social media and the weight loss community. They explore how it can be a source of motivation and support but also create unrealistic expectations when peop...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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58:11
How Weight Loss Surgery Transformed Our Lives: Overcoming Body Shaming, Skinny Privilege, and Social Struggles
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya explore the emotional journey of weight loss, discussing how society’s treatment of them changed after weight loss surgery. Before their weight loss journeys, they avoided attention and p...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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35:49
Choosing the Right Weight Loss Plan for Success: Tips for Weight Loss Surgery and Your Journey
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Tonya and Teresa discuss how to choose the right weight loss plan for your unique journey. Whether you’re preparing for weight loss surgery or navigating your ongoing weight loss journey, selecti...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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39:53
The Power of Devotion Nutrition: Protein for Weight Loss Surgery and Beyond
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya are joined by special guest Dana Lynn Kaye, owner of Devotion Nutrition, a multi-use protein powder brand created to help others transform their relationship with food. Dana discusses whe...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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37:07
Overcoming Intrusive Thoughts After Weight Loss Surgery: Strategies for Mental Wellness and Lasting Success
In this episode, Teresa and Tonya discuss overcoming their “inner fat brain” after weight loss surgery. They dive into the mental health challenges many face, such as food cravings, emotional eating, and the constant battle between wanting to m...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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38:43
Weight Loss Journey Gone Wrong: Tiffany Fawn’s Experience with Surgery Abroad & Skin Removal Surgery
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya are joined by special guest Tiffany Fawn, who shares the shocking story of her weight loss journey and a surgery gone wrong in Mexico. Tiffany traveled to Tijuana for an RNY gast...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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37:27
Life After Weight Loss Surgery: Reflecting on Transformation and Embracing Change in 2025
In this powerful episode of Transform Your Life, Tonya and Teresa reflect on the incredible changes they’ve experienced in 2024 through their weight loss surgery journeys. They share how their transformation wasn’t just about losing pounds but ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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30:54
Weight Loss Surgery, Friendship, and Community: Mel & Kel from Our Sleeved Life Podcast
Join Teresa and Tonya as they welcome Mel and Kel, hosts of Our Sleeved Life Podcast, for an empowering discussion about weight loss surgery, friendship, and building community.Mel shares her experience o...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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1:05:09
Breaking Beauty Standards: How Weight Loss Journeys and Body Image Are Affected by Unrealistic Expectations
In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya have an eye-opening conversation about the impact of beauty standards on weight loss journeys and how they affect our daily lives. From a young age, we are bomba...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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36:17
Navigating Weight Regain After Weight Loss Surgery: Embracing the Journey
In today’s episode of Transform Your Life, Tonya and Teresa tackle the important topic of weight regain after weight loss surgery, a natural part of the journey for many. They share their personal experiences with weight loss and the inevitable...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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36:22