Bariatric Banter Podcast

Canada’s TOP bariatric podcast — because no one should have to figure this out alone. Looking for real talk about life after bariatric surgery? Well, you’ve found it!

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Ep 44. The Real Cost of Being a Bariatric Patient (And Why Everything Tastes Like Cardboard)

About the Hosts

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Hannah Cameron

Co-Founder of Bariatric Banter Podcast

Meet Hannah, a 38-year-old dog mom, senior marketing executive and runner in training who had VSG in Guelph in 2023 and has since lost more than 150 pounds. After years of struggling with her weight and trying every possible solution, she rebuilt her life through bariatric surgery and a commitment to long-term wellness. She now shares her journey to remind others that progress does not require perfection and that choosing yourself is always worth it.

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Steph Plomp

Co-founder of Bariatric Banter Podcast

Steph is a 40 year old wife and mom of two who has been open about her long history with obesity, PCOS and every diet trend imaginable. After years of infertility and adoption, she eventually chose bariatric surgery and has since lost over 135 pounds. She now shares her story to help other women feel supported, understood and never alone in their own journey.

Recent Episodes

Jan. 19, 2026

Ep 44. The Real Cost of Being a Bariatric Patient (And Why Everything…

Let's talk about the elephant in the room that nobody warned you about before surgery: being a bariatric patient is EXPENSIVE. And not just in the obvious ways. In this episode, Hannah and Steph get real about the hidden cost...

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Jan. 5, 2026

The Reset: Learning to Slow Down After a Year of Pushing Through

Welcome to the first Bariatric Banter episode of 2026! Hannah and Steph kick off the year with some real talk about the dangers of pushing your body too hard post-surgery, the pressure of New Year's goals, and why slowing dow...

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Dec. 25, 2025

Episode 42: Supporting Someone Through Bariatric Surgery: A Conversat…

What is it really like to support someone through bariatric surgery? In this special mini matinee episode of Bariatric Banter , Hannah is joined by a very special guest—her mom, Mary Ann—for an honest, down-to-earth conversat...

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Reviews

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"This is an amazing colourful picture of what you and Steph have gone through and what I am about to undergo. I would recommend you to anyone going through it or has for support and guidance from real…"

youarearocstar | May 26, 2025

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bocedos | June 30, 2025