Bari-Chatz with Nina & Pam of Bari-Bestiez
Real talk. Real journeys. Real bestiez.
Welcome to Bari-Chatz, the empowering new podcast hosted by Nina and Pam—founders of the thriving bariatric community, Bari-Bestiez. Each week, we’re diving into the real-life highs, lows, and everything-in-between of the weight loss surgery journey. From nutrition, mindset, and movement to regain, relationships, and self-love—nothing is off the table.
Whether you’re pre-op, post-op, or just looking for real, relatable support, Bari-Chatz brings you heart-to-heart conversations, expert guests, success stories, and raw truths that uplift and unite our community.
💜 Pull up a seat, Bestiez—it’s time to chat!
Episodes
18 episodes
Ep. 6 - The Weight We Carry: Overcoming the Hidden Struggles of WLS
Weight Loss Surgery (WLS) is often seen as a quick fix—but the real journey begins after the operating room. In this powerful episode of Bari-Chatz with Nina & Pam, we’re getting real about the emotional, mental, and physical chall...
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51:11
Ep. 18 Intentional Living: Embrace Your Journey into the New Year
Join us for a special Wellness Wednesday as we welcome the New Year with open arms and open hearts. This episode is all about embracing your journey, letting go of the all-or-nothing mindset, and setting intentions instead of resolutions. Disco...
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Episode 18
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23:27
Ep. 17 Reconnecting and Reflecting on the Journey
In this heartfelt and honest conversation, Nina and Pam open up about their personal weight-loss and bariatric surgery journeys—sharing the real highs, lows, and everything in between. They talk about the importance of remembering where you sta...
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Episode 17
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36:08
Ep. 5: Why Vitamins & Supplements Are Crucial on Your Bariatric Journey
Welcome back to Bari-Chatz with Nina & Pam of Bari-Bestiez — the podcast where we keep it real, raw, and relatable as we support you through every stage of your bariatric journey. 💜❤️In this episode, we’re diving into a...
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Ep. 4: Special Guest Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes - Bariatric Therapist
🎙️ EXTENDED EPISODE ALERT! 🎙️ Bari-Chatz with Nina & Pam of Bari-Bestiez is back with a powerful special you won’t want to miss! 💜❤️We’re honored to welcome Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, a nationa...
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1:11:48
Ep. 3: The First 30 Days Post Op from Bariatric Surgery-Original
In this episode of Bari-Chatz, your Bari-Bestiez Nina and Pam open up about the raw, real, and often overwhelming experience of the first 30 days after bariatric surgery.From sipping water one ounce at a time to navigatin...
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Episode 3
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48:54
Ep. 2: Everything We Wished We Knew Before Bariatric Surgery
In this honest and heartfelt episode, Nina and Pam open up about all the things they wish someone had told them before having bariatric surgery. From emotional shifts to unexpected challenges and those “why didn’t anyone say this?!” mo...
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58:00
Ep. 1: Meet Nina & Pam — The Heart Behind Bari-Bestiez
In our very first episode of Bari-Chatz, we’re pulling back the curtain and sharing our story — who we are, how we met, and why we created Bari-Bestiez, one of the fastest-growing support communities for bariatric patient...
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Episode 1
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40:28
Ep. 16 The 12 Days of Bari-Bestiez Wisdom(r2)
The holidays can feel heavy—especially on a bariatric or weight-loss journey. In this episode of Bari-Chatz, Nina and Pam share the 12 Days of Bari-Bestiez Wisdom, offering real, compassionate reminders to help you stay grounded...
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Episode 16
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30:51
Ep. 15 Navigating the Holidays as a Bariatric Patient
In this conversation, Nina and Pam discuss the challenges bariatric patients face during the holiday season, including emotional eating, social pressures, and family dynamics. They share personal experiences and practical tips for navigating ga...
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Episode 15
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39:13
Ep. 14 When You Change, We Change: A Real Talk on Mindset, Marriage, and GLP-1s
In this episode of Bari-Chatz, Nina and Pam of Bari-Bestiez are joined by Nina’s husband, Billy — for an honest talk about life, change, and support through the bariatric journey. Together, they unpack what it really means to grow — no...
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41:31
Ep. 13 Finding Balance in Living Life and Your Health Journey
In this conversation, Nina and Pam discuss their personal experiences with weight loss and the challenges that come with maintaining a healthy lifestyle after bariatric surgery. They explore the mental and emotional battles faced during the jou...
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Episode 13
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20:25
Ep. 12 From Struggle to Strength The Bari Male Experience
In this powerful episode of Bari-Chatz, Nina and Pam sit down with Big E and Tony from The Bari Male Experience to open up a conversation that’s often left unspoken—what it’s really like for men in the bariatric community....
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Episode 12
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1:09:43
Ep. 11 Hunger Games - 3 Years Post-Op
Three years post-op, Nina and Pam know that hunger doesn’t disappear—it just changes its disguise. In this episode, they open up about what hunger feels like now: the head hunger, the hormone shifts, and those surprise cravings that sneak in af...
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Episode 11
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34:04
Ep. 10 - Respecting Your Tool with Mel of OSLP
Bari-Bestiez x OSLP: Respecting Your Tool In this episode, Nina and Pam sit down with Mel from Our Sleeved Life Podcast (OSLP) to unpack the hard truth: your bariatric surgery is a tool, not a magic fix. Together, they share...
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1:01:51
Ep. 9 - Finding Movement without the Gym
No Gym? No Problem — How to Find Exercise in Real LifeYou don’t need a membership or machines to move your body. This episode shows you how to build fitness into the day you already have—at home, at work, and outside—using simple, do...
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Episode 9
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29:45
Ep. 8 - It's OK to not be OK
Welcome to Bari-Chatz with Nina & Pam of Bari-Bestiez — real friends, real talk, and real journeys. Today, we’re opening up about something we all face: the rough seasons of life. Because let’s be honest — it’s not always sunshine and s...
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Episode 8
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39:39
Ep 7 - Celebrating NSVs – The Victories That Truly Matter!
The number on the scale doesn’t tell the whole story — and in this episode of Bari-Chatz with Nina & Pam of Bari-Bestiez, we’re diving deep into the non-scale victories (NSVs) that make the bariatric journey so rewarding. 💪✨&n...
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Episode 7
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34:14