This week, the PATHPod gals bring you something brand new—our very first sponsored episode, created in collaboration with U.S. Soy. And wow… did the stars align for this one. As longtime soy lovers (professionally and personally), partnering with a research‑driven, evidence‑based organization felt like the perfect fit.

We’re joined by the wonderful Chelsea LeBlanc, RD, a Nashville‑based dietitian, media expert, and mom who brings warmth, clarity, and practical wisdom to every part of this conversation. Together, we walk through eight evidence‑based “Soy Prizes”—the surprising, reassuring, and downright fascinating benefits of soy foods.

From complete protein to heart health, from seed‑oil panic to brain health, from prostate and breast cancer research to menopause support and even skin health… this episode is packed with science, stories, and simple ways to bring soy into your everyday routine.

You’ll also hear our own “soy surprises,” kitchen favorites, and easy ways to start experimenting—tempeh tacos, miso dressings, edamame shortcuts, tofu magic, and more. As always, it’s conversational, joyful, and rooted in real‑life habits that help you feel good.

Resources Mentioned

All linked resources are available through U.S. Soy and the Soy Nutrition Institute Global:

National Soy Foods Month Hub:

Consumer Resources - www.soyconnection.com/soyfoodsmonth

Professional Resources - soyfoodsmonth.ussoy.org

• Soy Foods Guide (tips, recipes, how‑tos)
• Dietitian Toolkit (mix‑and‑match guides, bento ideas, plant‑protein snacks, media resources)

Soy Nutrition Institute Global - https://sniglobal.org

Calls to Action

• Try a soy milk swap this week—coffee, smoothies, cereal.
• Pick one new soy food to explore: tofu, tempeh, miso, edamame, soy nuts.
• Challenge assumptions and stay curious—soy science is far more reassuring than the myths.
• Check out the recipes and resources in the show notes and start building your own soy toolkit.

Why This Episode Matters

Soy is versatile, delicious, accessible, and backed by decades of research. Whether you’re team tofu, team tempeh, team edamame, or team “still figuring it out,” we hope this episode helps you feel confident, inspired, and maybe even a little soy‑prised.

Whew - Seven years on the road together! In this special anniversary “switcheroo,” Jenny and Toni turn the tables and interview each other—complete with laughter, reflection, and a whole lot of PATHPod heart. From messy beginnings (“Messy…but in the best way”) to the calm‑within‑the‑chaos of year seven, the co‑hosts look back at what they’ve built, what they’ve survived, and what continues to light them up.

They revisit the early days, the barriers that dropped thanks to helpers like Joe and Natalie Mamlin, and the unexpected evolution of a true community. They talk about the moments that mattered—especially during COVID—when connection, generosity, and listener openness made it clear: this work matters. They share the hard seasons too, including caring for their dads, and how the podcast became a lifeboat and a source of growth.

Jenny and Toni explore how PATH has stretched them as humans, opened doors they never imagined, and expanded their definition of “positive approaches to health.” They celebrate the ripple effects, the collaborations, the retreats, and the ever‑growing PATH family. And of course—there’s music. Lots of it.

This episode is a love letter to the journey, the community, and the joy of saying yes. As Toni puts it, “It’s like a Chipotle burrito—how do you wrap it up? There’s so much inside of it.”

Thank you for being on the road with us. Here’s to the next season of PATH!

In this cozy “Favorite Things” episode, Jenny and Toni launch a brand‑new series celebrating the small, everyday joys that support well‑being. Today’s spotlight: soup — the ultimate comfort food, kitchen workhorse, and wellness ally.

Jenny shares her beloved Sunday ritual of batch‑cooking soup for the week, while Toni reflects on her late‑bloomer journey from soup skeptic to full‑blown soup evangelist. Together, they explore why soup is such a powerful tool for nourishment, satisfaction, and simplicity.

You’ll hear about:

• Volumetrics & caloric density — how soups help with fullness, weight management, and steady energy
• Nutrient‑dense building blocks like mirepoix, herbs, aromatics, and broths
• Flavor‑boosting tricks including Parmesan rinds, tomato paste, miso, citrus, and fresh herb pastes
• Kitchen‑surprise creativity — using what you have, reducing waste, and building confidence in the kitchen
• Batch cooking benefits that make busy weeks feel calmer and more supported
• Soup as comfort, care, and even “prescription” when you’re under the weather

From rotisserie‑chicken shortcuts to pureed veggie blends, from stoops to stews, from restaurant inspiration to freezer‑friendly staples, this episode is packed with practical ideas and joyful encouragement. Whether you’re a seasoned soup maker or just dipping your spoon in, you’ll walk away inspired to simmer something nourishing.

Grab your favorite bowl and settle in — this Favorite Things kickoff is warm, delicious, and full of heart.