All That Glitters

We've all felt lonely and apprehensive at one point or another in our lives - and we felt no different upon our individual arrivals in the city we now are proud to call home - NYC. From air mattresses and "modeling catering" (you won't believe at what event) to crying over a stack of Baileys-soaked pancakes and experiencing the most epic dress up party while locked in a famous designer's fashion closet - alone... we dish our stories about our early time in the city when we were both still trying to find our way (and each other!). If you are feeling uncertain about taking a leap of faith or are being told by others you won't be successful in the choices you've made - this one's for you.

We also offer up suggestions for places to visit and some of our favorite things to do in the Big Apple so you're properly prepared for your next trip. And, learn how you can win a gift card to Mimi Cheng's Dumplings - our favorite dumpling spot in NYC!

With a major pandemic on our hands, we are all missing out on memory-making events that will evolve into stories we tell for years to come. One of the big ones for us - our annual pilgrimage to Burning Man! In this episode, we invite you to gather 'round the fire so we can share with you this a one-of-a-kind experience that's near and dear to our hearts.

This week we would have been heading to our favorite camp - the Flaming Ugly Cowboy Saloon - to enjoy our third adventure in the desert. This temporary metropolis in Black Rock Desert is dedicated to community, art, self-expression, and self-reliance, and there are so many nuances that make this event special that we could talk for days about it... but we're going to do our best to paint an accurate picture of what it's like for those who have not had the chance to participate. Pull up a comfy camping chair, fill your canteen with some red wine (or beverage of choice on the Playa), and get ready to forget your troubles for just a few minutes while you find some enchantment in our storytelling!

The link we mentioned for more info on Burning Man. (see you there next year!)
https://burningman.org/culture/history/

Fitness is a centerpiece in both of our lives, which is why in this episode we focus on health and wellness. We understand that when you set your goals in January expectations were quite different in terms of how 2020 was going to unfold, but it’s not too late to get back on track and make fitness and food choices that energize, motivate, and put purposeful pep back in your step. One of the most popular topics we get asked about is weight loss - we're all about body positivity, but that doesn't mean you can't improve upon eating habits and staying active during your day so you not only look good, but feel good too.

All this, plus a chance to win a Rad Series ebook to help you achieve your fitness goals. Ready for some of Rad's Fitlosophy? Let's get started!

Ya'll asked, we answered. How did "A Girl You Might Know" become... well, "A Girl You Might Know"? From how she became a wedding dress designer and what she does to get those fabulous gams to where she derives her work ethic and how she turned a passion into a thriving brand, Conrad asks the very questions you want answers to...and then some. Plus, the most important question of all gets answered - how can you win a "creativity session/happy hour" on Zoom with "A Girl You Might Know" herself?

The wine is flowing freely in our double date with Kaitlyn and Jason from the Bachelorette, so you know it's going to be a lively and revealing discussion! Party tricks, wedding venues, disco distancing, learning random facts about our significant others that were not known before quarantine, and trying to find the positive during the negative that is the pandemic. It might have been the wine talking, but we may have even popped the question to Kaitlyn and Jason about the possibility of future wedding bells... tune in to find out!

It's finally here - we asked, you answered... It's our first wedding episode!

We may not have had plans set for our own wedding before everything came to a crashing halt earlier this year thanks to the pandemic, but we know for so many of you out there, this was your year. Our hearts go out to you. We totally understand all of the hopes and dreams that go into planning what should be your perfect day. But we are here to remind everyone - even when plans get rearranged and events get postponed, love is never cancelled. In this episode we discuss tips to help you cope during these unprecedented times so you can still feel excited and grateful knowing that the magic is still out there for the taking.

You can train your mind - not just to survive, but to thrive. In this enlightening episode, we speak with Dr. Michael Gervais, a licensed psychologist, industry visionary, co-founder of "Compete to Create", and host of the "Finding Mastery" podcast, who works with some of the world’s highest-achieving people to help them get the most out of their lives. We discuss the importance and the power of optimism and how you can cultivate this mindset to "train your brain" in order to become disciplined, build resilience, and establish grit so you can succeed in your goals and in life.

Social media has at times brought out the best and the worst in many of us. It's a place where you are able to come together as friends and show your support for public figures, and it also serves as an avenue to champion causes. But on the flip side, it's also an easily accessible platform that amplifies differences in opinions that can lead to expressions of negativity and outright hate. In this episode we take on the difficult discussion about the impact social media negativity has on us as individuals, and how cancel culture can actually lead to the fear of participation for many in important discussions.

What does one of the most successful financial traders of all time have to say about achieving success in life and in business? You're about to find out!

In this episode we speak with Gabe Plotkin, CIO and founder of Melvin Capital and minority-owner of the Charlotte Hornets, to learn more about the mindset needed to be successful in life. During this journey we discuss the value of working to improve yourself every day, as well as key traits needed to achieve success, including staying calm in difficult situations, and knowing how to bounce back from failure. We also examine the correlation between sports and business when it comes to lessons learned, and how resiliency is key in both worlds.

Whether it be getting into a fitness routine or planning a date night, you are empowered to make things happen for yourself. In this episode, we discuss personal responsibility and extreme ownership, and the importance of not laying blame at other people's feet for your failure to work towards your own goals. Take ownership of what you want to have happened, and go for it! Fulfillment and happiness are yours for the taking - so what are you waiting for? (after you listen to our inspiring podcast, of course!)