Ever caught yourself overthinking something that should feel simple? Like getting cute to read a book at a bar? In this solo episode, Teresa shares a real-time story of doing the “unnecessary” thing that turned out to be the most soul-filling part of her day.

From untangling old habits rooted in seeking attention to fully embracing connection with strangers and soft joy, this one is about the quiet power of listening to your intuition, even when your brain is busy questioning every step.

It’s a vulnerable one—and a reminder that sometimes following the nudge is the point.

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What does it look like to become obsessed with... a city? A mission? A data set? This week, I’m talking with Nate Watson, CEO of Contemporary Analysis and Executive Chair of the Omaha Data Science Academy, who’s not just helping companies use AI and data—he’s helping Omaha reimagine what’s possible.

We get into:

• how Nate went from rock-obsessed geologist to sales guy to data-driven CEO,
• why he’s betting big on Omaha’s future,
• and how he’s helping businesses of every size get smarter with data.

We also talk about balance, burnout, and what self-care looks like when your obsession fuels everything you do.

And yes, we get nerdy about Omaha’s restaurant scene, childhood adventures, and the power of painting by numbers. You’ll walk away inspired to take your vision further—and make sure your obsession leaves an impact.

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What if your dream job isn’t in a cute office with a blazer, but folding sweaters at J.Crew for the employee discount and running a mission-led marketing agency?

This week, we’re talking with Josi Garfield—founder of Branch Out Social—about how she helps nonprofits amplify their work without burning out. From volunteering in hospice care to managing content calendars, Josi shares how staying grounded in service (and setting strong boundaries with your phone) can help you build a business you actually want to wake up to.

We talk about the difference between nonprofit and for-profit marketing, the emotional side of social media, and what self-care really looks like when you're in it for the long haul.

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https://www.branchout-social.com @branchout_social

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Ever caught yourself romanticizing both your dream life and a nap in the same breath? Same.

In this solo episode, I bring you on a real-time walk (literally) through the contradictions that shape our ambition, growth, and rest. From resisting the pressure to be constantly improving, to wondering if EFT tapping might be the missing piece to becoming my best self. It’s human. It’s messy. And it might be the most honest conversation you’ve had all week.

This isn’t a how-to guide. There’s no secret formula. Just a voice note from a curious, grace-filled human to another.

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What if you made your next season of life the best one yet?
This week on BOP, I’m joined by retired educator and self-proclaimed adventure-seeker Kim Bunton, who started a movement called 60 Palooza—a decade-long challenge to add more play, purpose, and possibility into her life. We talk about why joy doesn't have to be earned, how words can shape your future, and why your next great adventure could start with a plate of mashed potatoes or a sunrise hike.
Whether you’re in your 20s, 60s, or somewhere in between, Kim’s reminder is this: You’re the only one who can give yourself the life you want.

We chat about:
✸ Creating joy in the “in between” seasons
✸ Making a life list that includes the simple and the spectacular
✸ Rewriting the narratives we tell ourselves (and where those came from)
✸ How words hold power—and how to use that power for good

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Becoming Obsessed LIVE in Omaha

Have you ever felt one foot in, one foot out of your city—or your friendships?
That’s exactly where Jasmine McCain found herself before launching Camp OMA, a new space for women in Omaha to try new things and make real friendships in the process. In our first-ever live audience podcast episode, Jasmine and I sat down to talk about what it really takes to become a “girl’s girl,” why we’ve both been learning to show up for other women and how doing things you’re bad at might be the very thing that changes everything.

We talk about the loneliness epidemic, growing community on purpose, and how decentralizing men helped both of us deepen our friendships. And of course, we get into the ideas behind Camp OMA and the Becoming Obsessed Playground.

You’ll hear us talk about:

• Why Jasmine launched Camp OMA and the real life season that sparked it
• How doing things “you’re bad at” can help you unlock joy + confidence
• What it means to be a girl’s girl—and how to become one, even if it doesn’t come naturally
• Building a community that makes you want to stay

This episode will remind you that it’s never too late to show up, reach out, or find your people.

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Plus a dash of London Club Culture and Rotting Fruit Exhibits.

Play isn’t just for kids — and creatives especially need regular doses of unproductive, silly fun to fuel their best work.

Creative coach and former magazine editor Sheryl Garratt is here to shake up the way you think about productivity, rest, and the myth of doing it all. From adult play dates to redefining success on your terms, Sheryl shares how play fuels creativity, why creative work doesn’t always look like work, and how setting your own boundaries (and sticking to them) is the ultimate creative power move.

If you’ve been stuck in the perfectionism trap or wondering why work feels like your whole personality lately, this episode is your reminder that play isn’t optional — it’s essential.

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Teresa is pulling back the curtain on what it really looks like to trust the messy, beautiful process of building something you believe in — even when you have no idea where it’s going.

From falling (literally) down a ski slope to launching the first-ever Becoming Obsessed Live event, this conversation is all about embracing the unglamorous first attempts, letting your creative path unfold in real time, and finally celebrating yourself along the way.

✨ Teresa shares:

• How learning to ski became a crash course in self-trust and resilience
• The mindset shifts that come from doing things you’re bad at — and why it’s essential for growth
• What it really feels like to receive public praise… and the withdrawal that hits after it fades
• Why the slow unfolding of Becoming Obsessed is a lesson in feminine energy, patience, and surrender

Whether you’re chasing a bold dream, figuring it out as you go, or just need a reminder that you’re allowed to celebrate yourself, this episode is your permission slip to play, pause, and honor every messy, magical step of your own Becoming Obsessed journey.

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What if real connection isn’t about being polished or perfect—but about being magnetic?

This is hands-down one of the most real, raw, and vulnerable conversations we’ve had on BOP.

Tina Bakehouse takes us through her journey of hitting rock bottom with burnout, rediscovering herself through solo travel (Bali, anyone?), and leaning into play as a tool for healing and creativity.

She opens up about what it’s like to unlearn perfectionism, come out later in life, consciously uncouple after 20 years of marriage, and rebuild her life in a way that feels truly her. We talk about how storytelling is one of the most powerful ways we connect with others—and how that connection starts with being honest with yourself first.

We get into:
✨ How burnout can actually be the beginning of finding yourself
✨ Why play is a non-negotiable (especially for high-achievers)
✨ Solo travel, Bali magic, and those “aha” moments away from home
✨ Owning your truth—even when it changes everything
✨ The secret to magnetic communication (it’s not what you think)

This one’s a full-on heart conversation. If you’re feeling stuck, disconnected, or just need a reminder that you can reclaim your story at any point, this is it.

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Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you're celebrating with a partner, your besties, or rolling solo, today's episode is all about the most important relationship you'll ever have—your relationship with yourself.

I’m diving into why actively spending time with yourself matters now if you want to wake up decades from now still loving the life you’ve built. We’re talking about:
💡 How small, daily choices build long-term trust with yourself
🌿 Why solitude is the key to understanding what you actually want
🤔 Breaking down long-held assumptions about who you are and what you love
👣 My muddy solo hike (literally) and why I’m embracing the idea of “dating myself”

If you’ve ever felt stuck in an identity you didn’t question, or if you want to start tuning into what truly lights you up, this episode is for you. Let’s get obsessed with building a life we love—starting today.

🎧 Listen now and let’s chat: How are you making space for yourself?

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