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
7 episodes
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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34:15
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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52:32
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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1:09:11
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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1:13:08
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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50:17
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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59:20