Tired of wellness advice that's still pretending the world is stable? The ones where "self care" pretends the poly-crisis isn't coming for us? In the next chapter of Better Than Fine we're taking the challenges head on: instability, burnout, existential grief, and the pressure of rapid change. Wellbeing practitioner, speaker, and coach Darlene Marshall hosts - no platitudes, toxic positivity, or bypassing. Just how to be well when the world isn't so you can keep showing up for what matters most.
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Signup to Generate a PitchTired of wellness advice that's still pretending the world is stable? The ones where "self care" pretends the poly-crisis isn't coming for us? In the next chapter of Better Than Fine we're taking the challenges head on: instability, burnout, existential grief, and the pressure of rapid change.
Better Than Fine is hosted by Darlene Marshall. The show has published 235 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "281 - Rethinking Self Actualizing: You don't go alone" (6 October 2026, 21 minutes), "280 - Evolving from Survive to Thrive" (21 September 2026, 40 minutes), and "#279 - Wellness When the World is Unwell" (9 September 2026, 22 minutes).
Better Than Fine publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 32 minutes across 235 episodes.
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Darlene Marshall hosts Better Than Fine, a health show with 235 episodes published.
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Evolving from Survive to Thrive Darlene Marshall uses this solo episode to challenge the wellness industry’s habit of selling one-size-fits-all solutions. She breaks down why stabilization comes before survival, why...
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Episode Description - Ready to publishThe advice to “just self-care” is incomplete when the world itself is pushing you toward burnout. Darlene Marshall opens a new era of Better Than Fine with a deeply honest, urgently...
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People are often convinced to buy wellness products through vague symptom lists, a manipulation known as the Barnum effect, which can make anyone feel like generic statements apply specifically to them. In this episode...
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Fun is not just a luxury or a distraction, but a crucial element for mental health, resilience, and overall well-being. This “Better Than Fine” podcast episode explores why having silly, playful fun is essential for...
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Is the latest wellness trend just another grift? With parasite cleanses going viral and a real cyclospora outbreak making headlines, it’s time to cut through the hype! In this episode of “Better Than Fine,” wellness...
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Ever wondered if the placebo effect is actually real—or just “woo-woo” hype? In this special encore episode of Better Than Fine, host Darlene Marshall dives deep into the science, ethics, and real-world value of the...
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Are you curious about the latest trending wellness supplement—peptides? This episode with host Darlene Marshall dives deep into everything you NEED to know about peptides, from the science and hype to the real risks...
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On this week’s episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, wellness coach and wellbeing expert Darlene Marshall dives deep into the nutritional science behind protein powders, the truth about ultra processed foods, and...
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In this “Better Than Fine,” wellness expert Darlene Marshall uncovers the truth behind the rising trend of nicotine pouches touted as focus supplements and productivity boosters. From bold claims made by top influencers...
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🔥 Welcome to a special summer edition of the “Better Than Fine” podcast! In this episode, host Darlene Marshall tackles the hot topic that's sparking debate everywhere: Should you really be wearing sunscreen? Is it...
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Are you tired of all-or-nothing thinking in your fitness or wellness journey? In this episode of the “Better Than Fine” podcast, we tackle the powerful topic: Can harm reduction principles transform how we approach...
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Tired of fitness fads, toxic gym culture, or feeling stuck in a rut? Discover a radically compassionate approach to movement with expert Janet Huelhs, MS, Clinical Exercise Physiology, board-certified health coach, and...
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Struggling to stick with your workouts or wellness habits? You’re not alone—and you’re NOT broken. In this episode of the Better Than Fine Podcast, Darlene Marshall dives deep into "all or nothing thinking," the toxic...
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Are you ready to kickstart your fitness journey but feeling overwhelmed by resistance training? 💪 Start strong with expert advice from Dr. Rick Richey—personal trainer, licensed massage therapist, author, and host of...
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Are you a fitness or wellness professional looking to support your clients more effectively? Or maybe you’re someone navigating trauma on your own wellness journey? This episode of the award-winning “Better Than Fine”...
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Welcome to the “Better Than Fine” podcast! In this powerful encore episode from March 2023, host Darlene Marshall sits down with Dr. Jordyn Feingold—psychiatry resident, well-being expert, and co-author of "Choose...
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Are you struggling to find hope in difficult times? In this empowering episode of “Better Than Fine,” award-winning wellbeing expert Darlene Marshall dives deep into hope as a process, not just a feeling. Drawing from...
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