Bari Banter

Join us as we talk everything bariatric with the people who know it best – the patients!

09/09/2025

Today, we’re thrilled to bring you an honest, vulnerable, and truly inspiring conversation with our guest, Leticia . Joining us from the USA, Leticia shares her remarkable bariatric journey, from yo-yo diets as a child to her transformative Roux-en-Y (RNY) surgery and the powerful personal growth that followed.

Leticia opens up about the mental and emotional shifts she’s experienced, the unique challenges of motherhood, and how her views on health, strength, and self-image have evolved over time. We dive into topics like body confidence, redefining success after surgery, and even Leticia’s bold decision to take part in n**e modelling as a celebration of self-love!

Alongside candid discussions about relationships, parenthood, and boundary setting, Leticia’s story offers hope, perspective, and a few laughs for anyone navigating their own transformation.

In today's episode:
- .aus Fun Fact
- Mental Journey of Weight Loss
- Immature Weight Loss Mindset
- "Couples Therapy and Personal Growth"
- "Marriage, Bariatric Surgery, and Change"
- Weight Loss and Childhood Restrictions
- "Overeating and Self-Deception"
- Embracing Self-Love Through Art
- Embracing Vulnerability in Life Modelling
- Teaching Positivity Amid Negativity

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03/09/2025

In today’s episode we chat to 18 year old Tenika Tenika Hill

Just three months post-op and freshly celebrating her 18th birthday, Tenika opens up about the challenges and revelations of making such a life-changing decision at such a young age.

We chat about complex topics like body image, building self-worth after growing up overweight, handling the physical and emotional hurdles after surgery (including a few surprises along the way), and the unique family dynamic of having several relatives who’ve taken the same journey.

Tenika talks candidly about losing friends, gaining new perspectives, and the transformative victories (big and small) that come with reclaiming your health.

In today's episode:
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- Urgent Health Wake-Up Call
- Supportive Friends Boost Confidence
- Post-Surgery Health Revelations
- "Feeling Lighter After Surgery"
- Focus on Lifestyle, Not Numbers
- Post-Surgery Body Image Reflections
- "Embrace Change: Friends Come and Go"

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29/07/2025

Today we are joined by Brittney who opens up about her deeply personal journey through bariatric surgery, cancer survival, and reclaiming ownership of her body and mind. Brittany dives into her background, sharing how persistent weight struggles, a life-changing cancer diagnosis, and battles with fertility led her to finally pursue weight loss surgery and, ultimately, a healthier, more empowered version of herself.

We chat about the nuances of surgical choices, myths surrounding procedures like the lap band, and the emotional rollercoaster of navigating regain and self-acceptance. As well as breaking down what it's really like in the early days post-surgery, dealing with protein shakes, cravings, and those unexpected small victories.

In today's episode:
- .aus Fun Fact
- High School Weight Loss Journey
- Failed Lap Band Experience
- Outdated Weight Loss Surgery
- Post-Surgery Thoughts and Anxieties
- Juggling Work, Study, and Family Crisis
- Managing Hydration Around Meals
- Confronting Binge Eating and Mental Health
- Embrace Setbacks, Keep Going

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17/06/2025

In today's episode we are joined by Aditya , who brings a truly unique perspective to the bariatric journey. Hailing from India and currently living in Melbourne, Aditya shares his powerful story of growing up in a culture where being chubby is seen as cute—until it leads to health complications and a pivotal crossroads.

From pre-surgery challenges like not fitting into a business class seat to the whirlwind experience of undergoing bariatric surgery in India, Aditya walks us through his rapid weight loss process, the cultural hurdles he faced, and the surprising realities of post-op life. Along the way, we discuss everything from the struggles with loose skin and diet obstacles to deeper topics like the intersection of tradition, family, and self-acceptance.

Get ready for an honest, eye-opening conversation about the realities of obesity in India, the evolving landscape of bariatric care, and what it really takes to prioritise your health when the world around you is moving in the opposite direction.

Whether you’ve had surgery yourself, are considering it, or just want to hear an inspiring transformation story that spans continents, you won’t want to miss this episode!

In this episode:
- .aus Fun Fact
- Rapid, Overwhelming Life Changes
- Lifestyle and Diet Challenges in India
- Pre-Industrial Diets and Lifestyles
- Crave Control and Indulgence Awareness
- "Revamping Fitness and Diet Plan"
- "Rediscovering Fitness Motivation"
- Food Affordability and Cultural Impact
- "Consider Alternatives Before Bariatric Surgery"

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10/06/2025

In today's episode we sit down with Mikayla , a dietitian, bariatric surgery patient, and new mom—to dive deep into the real-life challenges and wins that come with the bariatric journey. Together, they get candid about navigating weight loss, food habits, emotional eating, and that gnawing feeling of "not enough" that can linger, even after surgery.

Mikayla bravely shares her personal story, including dealing with PCOS, a move across continents, and the surprising twists of undergoing gastric bypass only to get pregnant just months post-op. With humour and honesty, we unpack the mental side of weight loss, why losing weight isn’t just about “following the rules," and the importance of self-compassion on the lifelong road after bariatric surgery.

Get ready for frank insights, some laughs, and lots of relatable moments in a story about self-discovery, acceptance, and finding freedom beyond the scale.

In today's episode:
- .aus Fun Fact
- Frustration with Weight Management Education
- Lithuania Bariatric Surgery Journey
- Ozempic: Not a Miracle Drug
- Self-Sabotage: Enemy Within
- Mindful Eating at Home
- Reflecting on Personal Weight Journey
- Struggles of Living in Obesity
- Bariatric Surgery: Caution in First Year
- "Prioritising Happiness Through Bariatrics"

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