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.
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
77 episodes
Love After Weight Loss: Marriage, Intimacy & Transformation
In this heartfelt episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa Gallegos and Tonya Spangler dive deep into the realities of marriage, love, and partnership after massive weight loss. With two completely different perspectives—Tonya cel...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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55:31
Tonya’s Next Surgery: Preparing for Arm and Thigh Lift with Dr. Vinaya Rednam
In this powerful episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya sit down with Dr. Rukmini Vinaya Rednam, the board-certified plastic surgeon who has been by Tonya’s side throughout her weight loss transformation. This time, To...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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51:05
Plastic Surgery Survival Guide with Mavi (Part 2)
In this heartfelt continuation of Transform Your Life, hosts Teresa and Tonya sit down again with Mavi to go even deeper into the Plastic Surgery Survival Guide. If Part 1 was about preparing your mind and body, Part 2 is...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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1:06:48
Plastic Surgery Survival Guide with Mavi (Part 1)
In this special Part 1 of Transform Your Life, hosts Teresa and Tonya welcome Mavi, a passionate advocate who helps women navigate their plastic surgery consulting journeys with honesty and compassion.Mavi o...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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54:15
Countdown to Surgery: Teresa’s Breast Transformation with Dr. Charlie Chen
In this very special episode of Transform Your Life, hosts Teresa and Tonya sit down with renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Charlie Chen to talk all things breast surgery—and to share some exciting personal news: Teresa is off...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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42:52
Losing 190 Pounds: Scott’s Journey from Self-Hate to Self-Respect
In this powerful episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya sit down with Scott, a weight loss warrior who shed 190 pounds after gastric bypass—and found himself in the process.Scott opens up about the self-hate that follo...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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33:13
When Pain Comes Back: Navigating Setbacks After Weight Loss Surgery
In this raw and deeply honest episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya open up about something many in the weight loss community are afraid to talk about: what happens when the pain comes back—mentally, emotionally, and physica...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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57:10
Turning Pain into Power: Cooking, Healing, and Owning Our Journey
In this deliciously honest episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya take listeners back into the kitchen—and back to the root of why food and feelings are so deeply connected. As they whip up high-protein, low-carb chaffles wit...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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41:14
Summer Survival Guide for Bigger Bodies: Real Talk, Hacks & Healing
In this unfiltered and empowering episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya get real about what it’s like to survive—and thrive—during the summer months in a larger body. From rashes and sweat to pool parties and pressure, they ...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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51:06
When Food Becomes a Weapon: Childhood Trauma, Body Image & Breaking Free
In this groundbreaking episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya sit down with licensed clinical psychologist and best-selling author Dr. Sherrie Campbell to explore the connection between childhood trauma, narcissistic parents,...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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39:15
It’s Not Your Weight—It’s Your Mindset: Why Transformation Starts Inside
In this deeply vulnerable episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya peel back the layers of weight loss, self-worth, and emotional healing—and reveal the truth many avoid: your mindset is everything.They dive into how neg...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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39:39
Why Mindset Is Everything: Mental Health, Food Addiction & Long-Term Weight Loss
In this powerful episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya open up about the mental and emotional side of weight loss—a side too often overlooked. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, they reflect on the mindset shifts tha...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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57:21
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