Ep. 30: Ditching the Diet

Ep. 30: Ditching the Diet

Author: JJ Flizanes March 20, 2018 Duration: 26:54

Radio host, author, television host, and lawyer, Jennifer Koppelman Hutt's self-deprecating humor, honesty and willingness to talk about everything has won her legions of loyal fans since she started hosting on SiriusXM in 2005.

Currently, Jenny is the host of Just Jenny, a daily call-in show airing Monday through Friday from 6pm-8pmET/3pmPT-5pmPT on SiriusXM Stars channel 109. On the show, Jennifer tackles daily current events plus subjects you would only think to discuss with your best friends. Jenny invites listeners to engage in honest, humorous conversations on a variety of topics and issues – from the news to grieving the loss of a parent, to transforming the body and spirit through healthy eating and exercise. She also interviews celebrities and influencers in all aspects of life!

She also co-hosted SiriusXM's "Jon Hein's TV show," with Jon Hein, radio personality and creator of the popular "Jump The Shark" website.

Jenny appeared frequently on television as a special correspondent for CBS/YAHOO's The INSIDER, CBS' Entertainment Tonight, and recently spent a year co-hosting on HLN's Dr. Drew on Call. She was also seen many nights on HLN's ShowBiz Tonight. Jenny has been featured on BetterTV, CNN newsroom with Brooke Baldwin. She has also appeared on the TODAY Show, CBS' The Talk, The Wendy Williams show, Joy Behar – Say Anything!, Jane Valez-Mitchell, Good Day New York, WPIX and more.

Jenny had a web series called "Treadmill Talk with Jenny Hutt" Co-produced with PowerwomenTV. In this series Jenny interviews celebrities, tastemakers and fascinating people on a treadmill in various hot spots around NYC and beyond! Segments from "Treadmill Talk with Jenny Hutt" appear on PowerwomenTV.

Jenny is active on social media sites including Facebook , Twitter, YouTube, Periscope, Snapchat and Instagram.

Before Just Jenny, Jenny hosted "Whatever with Jennifer" on Sirius/XM and was a frequent contributor to CNN's stream team.

Her first book, WHATEVERLAND: Learning to Live Here: An Exuberant and Hilariously Irreverent Guide to Life, was co-authored with Alexis Stewart and was published by John Wiley & Sons in October, 2011. Their critically acclaimed TV show "Whatever, Martha" ran for three seasons.

JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and the host of several podcast shows including Fit 2 Love and Spirit, Purpose & Energy. She is the Director of Invisible Fitness, an Amazon best-selling author of Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life, and author of Knack Absolute Abs: Routines for a Fit and Firm Core. She was named Best Personal Trainer in Los Angeles for 2007 by Elite Traveler Magazine. JJ has been featured in many national magazines, including Shape, Fitness, Muscle and Fitness HERS, Elegant Bride, and Women's Health as well as appeared on NBC, CBS, Fox 11, the CW and KTLA. Her newest book, The Invisible Fitness Formula: 5 Secrets to Release Weight and End Body Shame debuted at #2 on the Amazon Best Seller List for Women's Health and #2 as a Hot New Release on May 18th 2017.


Best selling author and empowerment strategist JJ Flizanes hosts Nutrition & Alternative Medicine, a space where the often rigid lines between conventional health advice and holistic practices begin to blur. Here, the conversation moves beyond simple diet plans to explore the interconnected systems of the body, with a particular focus on functional medicine and gut health as foundational elements. Each episode is built on the idea that true wellness requires looking at the whole person-physical, mental, and environmental. You’ll hear discussions that dive into the practicalities of gluten-free or paleo living, not as fleeting trends, but as potential tools for healing. The dialogue extends to the principles of acupuncture, Chinese medicine, and homeopathy, examining how these ancient and alternative modalities can complement modern approaches to issues like hormone balance, sustainable weight management, and chronic fatigue. This isn't just about information; it's about translating that knowledge into actionable strategies for your own life. The podcast serves as a resource for anyone feeling overwhelmed by conflicting health messages, offering clarity and inspiration on everything from the food on your plate to the energy in your living space. Tune in for thoughtful explorations that empower you to take an active, informed role in your own well-being journey, discovering how alternative paths and nutritional wisdom can work together to foster lasting health.
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