The Loop Podcast: Peptides, Longevity & Women’s Wellness
A podcast exploring peptides, women's health, longevity strategies, and modern wellness—through real conversations and lived experience. Hosted by Stephanie Gambetta, The Loop Podcast breaks down what’s actually working when it comes to feeling better, aging well, and taking ownership of your health.
Episodes
54 episodes
EP 54: Peptides, Burnout & Building Loop in Public | Dr. Sarah Sarkis Returns
Peptides, burnout, wellness culture, and social media pressure… this episode gets real.In Episode 54 of the Loop Podcast, Steph sits down with returning guest Dr. Sarah Sarkis for an honest conversation about the emotional ...
EP 53: The Future of Spine Surgery Is Here | Peptides, AI & Minimally Invasive Healing | Dr. Jeffrey Roh
Spine surgery is changing fast… and peptides may play a major role in the future of healing and recovery.In Episode 53 of Loop Podcast, Stephanie sits down with Jeffrey Roh, MD, MBA, MSc of Excel Health to talk about minimally invasive s...
EP 52: Peptides Aren’t One-Size-Fits-All… Here’s What Actually Works | Telehealth Mistakes + Custom Protocols | Anthony Castore
Peptides aren’t one-size-fits-all—and that’s exactly why most people aren’t getting results.In this episode of the Loop Podcast, Steph sits down with returning guest Anthony Castore for Part 2, diving deep into the real str...
EP 51: What Actually Works for Recovery & Performance | Peptides, Nutrition & Training | Anthony Castore
Peptides, performance, and recovery are at the center of this conversation.In Episode 51 of the Loop Podcast, Stephanie sits down with Anthony Castore, whose journey into health and wellness started with a simple g...
EP 50: From Fear to 50 Episodes: My Real Journey Building Loop
“I remember thinking… what if no one listens? What if it’s just bad?”Putting yourself out there is uncomfortable. It’s vulnerable. And at the beginning, it can feel like no one’s even paying attention.In this milestone 50th epi...
EP 49: Dress for the Body You Have Now | Chellie Carlson on Confidence, Style & Self-Worth
What if confidence didn’t come from changing your body… but from finally accepting it?In this episode of The Loop Podcast, Stephanie sits down with LA-based stylist Chellie Carlson, who has spent over 20 years helping women transf...
EP 48: The Truth About Plastic Surgery, Ozempic Face & Confidence | Dr. Jonathan Zelken Returns
In Episode 48 of The Loop Podcast, returning guest Dr. Jonathan Zelken joins for a candid, no-filter conversation about plastic surgery, confidence, and the reality behind aesthetic trends.From the idea that plastic surgery is ultimately...
EP 47: “I Got No Answers from Doctors…” Then Everything Changed | Megan Kasel
“She called me this morning and said… I think I’m ready.”That moment captures what this episode is really about — stepping into ownership of your health.In this episode of the Loop Podcast, Steph sits down with Megan Kasel to shar...
EP 46: Caitlin Spears: From Modeling Dreams to Building a Wellness Brand
What happens when the dream you’ve been chasing falls apart?In Episode 46 of the Loop Podcast, host Stephanie Gambetta sits down with Caitlin Spears to unpack a powerful story of resilience, reinvention, and trusting...
EP 45: From Burnout to Confidence: Kay Vargas’ Peptide Transformation
What happens when a fitness instructor stops feeling confident in her own body?In this episode of The Loop Podcast, host welcomes Kay Vargas, a fitness instructor and wellness advocate, to share her powerful personal journe...
EP 44: My Instagram Was Deleted Overnight… Here’s What Happened
“My Instagram was deleted in the middle of a family vacation… and it forced me to rethink everything about my business, my voice, and the future of the Loop community.”In this solo episode of The Loop Podcast, Stephanie Gambetta s...
EP 43: Peptides, Hormones & Aging Powerfully | Renetta Ascher Caya on GLP-1s, Energy & Women’s Health
n Episode 43 of the Loop Podcast, Stephanie sits down with Renetta Ascher Caya for an honest, unfiltered conversation about peptides, hormones, GLP-1s, aging, energy, libido, recovery, and what it really means to feel good in your 40s and beyon...
EP 42: Stop Chasing the Scale: Holly Perkins on Muscle, Metabolism & Women’s Health
In this episode of The Loop Podcast, Stephanie welcomes strength training expert Holly Perkins, BS, CSCS, who has over 30 years of experience in exercise physiology and nutrition.Holly helps women strategically use strength...
EP 41: Astrology, Peptides & Abundance: Rewiring Your Money Mindset with Natalie Holbrook
What if the reason you feel stuck isn’t lack of discipline… but lack of alignment?In this episode of the Loop Podcast, Stephanie sits down with astrologer and business coach Natalie Holbrook for a powerful conversation abou...
EP 40: Perfectionism Is Quietly Running Your Life (Dr. Sarah Sarkis Explains Why)
Perfectionism isn’t about high standards — it’s a psychological bid for worthiness.In this powerful episode of The Loop Podcast, host Stephanie Gambetta is joined by returning guest Dr. Sarah Sarkis, performance psyc...
EP 39: Progressive Overload Explained (Why Most Training Programs Get It Wrong)
A lot of people are asking: what is progressive overload training really? And more importantly, why isn’t it working for so many people?In this episode of The Loop Podcast, host Stephanie Gambetta sits dow...
EP 38: GLPs, Fat Loss & Longevity | A Real Peptide Breakdown with Polo
Peptides can feel overwhelming — GLPs, mitochondria support, fat loss, muscle building, dosing, side effects — where do you even start?In this episode of the Loop Podcast, Steph sits down with Polo, peptide educator and Loo...
EP 37: Skin Health Starts From Within | Peptides, Facials & Real Skincare with Joanna Young
Skin health is about so much more than what you put on your face.In this episode of the LOOP Podcast, host Stephanie Gambetta sits down with expert esthetician Joanna Young (@joannayoungskin) for a deep, honest conve...
EP 36: Choosing the Right Plastic Surgeon: Trust, Facelifts & Modern Aesthetics | Dr. Jonathan Zelken MD
In this episode of The Loop Podcast, host Stephanie Gambetta sits down with Dr. Jonathan Zelken, MD, a board-certified plastic surgeon based in Newport Beach, for an honest, no-fluff conversation about modern plastic...
EP 35: A Mother–Daughter Q&A on Wellness, Business, and Life
In this special Q&A episode of the Loop Podcast, Steph is joined by her daughter Maddie for an honest, lighthearted conversation about health, wellness, business, and life.Together, they reflect on 2025 and talk about what they’re ca...
EP 34: The Truth About Skin, GLP-1s & Aesthetics | Dr. Zenovia Gabriel
In this episode of The Loop Podcast, Steph sits down with Dr. Zenovia Gabriel, MD, board-certified dermatologist and founder of Zena Medical in Newport Beach, California.Dr. Gabriel shares her journey of building a d...
EP 33: I Ate Burgers for 2 Weeks… and Didn’t Gain Weight | Peptide Science with Trevor
What happens when you eat hamburgers and fries for two straight weeks… and your weight doesn’t change? For me, it was a wake-up call about how dramatically the body responds when you finally start optimizing it from the inside out.
EP 32: How Community Heals: The Story Behind Mahjong OC & the Power of Connection
If you’ve ever wondered what life could feel like with more energy, more confidence, and a strong community around you… this episode is for you.In Episode 32 of the LOOP Podcast, host Stephanie Gambetta sits down w...
EP 31: Holiday Eating WITHOUT Guilt: Wellness Tips That Actually Work
Give yourself some grace this holiday season — and truly enjoy it. In this episode of the LOOP Podcast, Steph is joined once again by performance coach Brad Davidson to break down how to navigate the holidays without guilt, shame, or str...
EP 30: How to Elevate Your Wardrobe This Fall | Styling Tips with Dina Moatazedi
Femininity is officially back — and we are so here for it. Lace, bows, rich textures, and over-the-knee boots are making a major comeback this season, and in this episode of the LOOP Podcast, Steph sits down with her stylist, Dina M...