Charlene Holmes is a mindset coach, award-winning communicator, and the dynamic voice behind Talk Bari To Me, the leading bariatric lifestyle podcast that’s reshaping how we talk about obesity, weight loss, and personal transformation.

With over a decade of experience in federal communications including serving as Communications Coordinator for the USDA Charlene brings a powerful blend of strategic storytelling and lived experience to every conversation. She is also the founder of the Talk Bari To Me Coaching Corner, a virtual support space where she and her team help clients especially those on weight loss journeys or recovering from bariatric surgery reclaim their confidence through mindset-focused coaching.

A psychology major at Texas State University and a passionate public speaker, Charlene is known for turning her personal journey through obesity and bariatric surgery into a platform for education, empowerment, and advocacy. She’s been honored with the CREA Global Award and the JBY Award for her podcast’s impact, and she continues to champion health equity, especially within underserved communities.

Whether she’s sharing hard truths, practical tools, or just keeping it real with her signature wit, Charlene knows how to make a message resonate and make a difference.