I’m the Story Behind the Chair
Gums & Gossip™: Where Educated Professionals Share Real Stories That Humanize Care — and Where Brands Book Authentic Conversations
I’m a practicing dental hygienist turned podcast host who amplifies educated professionals sharing human stories that make dentistry relatable. I partner with brands to create authentic, narrative-driven features that build trust and inspire bookings. I know teeth and gums- I know people- so Gums & Gossip™ was born!
Lead with a smile, book with confidence. Share your expertise, connect with a loyal audience, and let brands discover why you’re the right fit for authentic sponsorships and partnerships.
Hi — I’m the story behind the chair
Dental hygienist • Podcaster • Brand partner. I combine clinical credibility with talk-show energy to help brands amplify patient-centered stories in an approachable, trust-building way.
Perfect for: brands, local businesses, wellness & dental professionals, and purpose-driven founders who want authentic, story-led bookings.
Interested in sponsoring, booking a brand feature, or sharing your story on Gums & Gossip™? Contact us!
Ready to put your business in the spotlight?
Gums & Gossip™ is a podcast and media platform created for small businesses that care about people, not just profit. Whether you’re a brick-and-mortar practice, an online brand, or a community-builder, we turn your story into a feel-good feature that actually moves the needle.
- Podcast guest features for founders, clinicians, and creators
- Sponsored episodes and brand integrations that feel natural
- Story-driven campaigns across audio, video, and social
- Collaborations with magazines, local media, and events
Tell me a bit about you, your business, and how you’d like to collaborate. We’ll follow up with next steps, availability, and media options.
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No spam. No pressure. Just real conversation and clear next steps.
Dental hygienist with real chairside experience
I have been a licensed registered dental hygienist who has worked clinically for 30 years—so everything I share on the mic is grounded in what actually happens in the op, not just what looks good on Instagram. My scope expanded in the dental field prior to this was dental assisting, front office, and business administration. I understand patient anxiety, team culture, and the realities of running a practice in today’s world.
- Years of hands-on clinical dental hygiene experience
- Comfortable translating science into everyday language
- Trusted by patients, teams, and audiences alike
- Ideal voice for dental, wellness, and health-adjacent brands
If you’re a dental brand, local practice, or wellness business, partnering with a host who actually lives this world builds instant trust and connection.
Why brands partner with a hygienist-podcaster
Clinical credibility
Your audience can tell when a host actually understands dentistry and wellness. I know the lingo—but I keep it friendly and patient-first.
Human-first storytelling
From nervous patients to nervous founders, I know how to calm people down and pull out the real stories that listeners love.
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Gums & Gossip™ Podcast
Weekly feel-good conversations with small business owners, dental pros, and community builders turning everyday moments into big, bright wins.
Recent episodes
• From Breakdown to Breakthrough: Healing Trauma, Dental Fear & the Nervous System
• From Fear to Breathing Freely: Jen's Jaw Journey & Life After Healing
• Gut & Gums: The Goddess Guide to Total Health
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Want your brand featured in an upcoming episode? Use the form above or reach out directly on the contact page.
Gums & Gossip™ blog
Quick reads for small business owners, dental teams, and brands who want to build community, not just clicks.
Turning everyday chats into irresistible marketing
How to pull marketing gold from casual conversations with patients, customers, and your team.
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What small businesses can learn from the dental chair
From trust to follow-through, these are the tiny details that keep people coming back.
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How to sound like yourself on a podcast interview
Simple prompts and mindset shifts to share your story without feeling salesy or stiff.
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Articles I’ve written in magazines & publications
I regularly contribute to dental, wellness, and small business publications—bridging clinical insight with real-life storytelling.
https://rdhconnect.com/articles/compassionate-care-hope-loyd/
Published in: RDHC The Intersection Between Bubble Wrap, Anxiety Relief, and Compassionate Care
https://dew.life/2023/12/hope-loyd/
Published in: DEW Life Dental Entrepreneur Women; Dear Me: A Journey of Resilience, ' Empowerment, and
Empty Nesting
https://www.dentistryiq.com/dentistry/article/14287881/hard-times-require-soft-skills-going-back-to-the-basics-of-dental-care
Published in: Dentistry IQ Hard times require soft skills: Going back to the basics of dental care
Press & media highlights
Gums & Gossip™ and my work as a dental hygienist and podcaster have been featured in podcasts, local news, and industry outlets.
- Featured guest on marketing and dental industry podcasts
- Local TV segment on building community through small business storytelling
- Quoted expert in articles about patient experience and communication
- Panelist at regional dental and small-business events
Need a press quote or media kit?
I’m available for interviews, quotes, and collaborations related to dentistry, patient experience, podcasting, and small business storytelling.
Prefer email? Include your outlet, deadline, and angle so we can respond quickly.
Book me for speaking events & workshops
From conferences and team retreats to local business meetups, I speak on communication, patient experience, storytelling, and how to build a “gossip-worthy” brand people love to talk about.
- Keynotes for dental, wellness, and small business events
- Breakout sessions on communication & storytelling
- Workshops for front-desk, hygiene, and marketing teams
- Podcasting 101 for business owners and clinicians
Most requested topics: • Gums & Gossip™: Turning everyday moments into magnetic marketing • Creating a “smile culture” in your practice or business • Talking so people feel safe: patient & client communication • Showing up as yourself on camera, on stage, and on social
Speaking inquiry
Tell me about your event, audience, and ideal topic. We’ll follow up with availability, fees, and next steps.
Virtual and in-person events welcome.
Contact me
Whether you’re a small business, a dental brand, a magazine editor, or a fellow podcaster, I’d love to hear what you’re working on.
- Podcast guest & sponsorship inquiries
- Speaking & workshop bookings
- Media, press, and editorial collaborations
- Partnerships and creative projects
Email: [email protected]
Response time: typically within 1–2 business days
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