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- She Built an App That Sends Drinks to Strangers: Now It’s Going Global
In this episode of BILF Pod, Mara sits down with Rebekah, the entrepreneur behind Dion, the app designed to help people build deeper, more intentional connections.
Rebekah shares the story behind creating Dion, the inspiration that led her to build a platform focused on meaningful relationships, and the challenges that come with launching something new in a world dominated by superficial interactions. From the early idea to turning it into a real product, she opens up about the entrepreneurial journey, the lessons learned along the way, and what it really takes to build something that stands out.The conversation also goes beyond business. Mara and Rebekah talk about aligned partnerships, leadership, success pressure, and the anxiety that often hides behind achievement. They explore why having the right people around you matters, how strong leaders create space for others, and why giving back and fighting exclusion are essential parts of long-term impact.This episode is about building, growing, and staying grounded while navigating success.If you're interested in entrepreneurship, leadership, meaningful relationships, and the mindset behind building impactful companies, this conversation is for you.If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here:https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6gGet Connected:Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorneFollow Mara Dorne → @revekkapal
Follow the Podcast → @bilfpod
48 min - Jade Shenker: How to Negotiate Like a Boss, Ignore the Haters & Build Wealth on Your Own Terms
She was told to be quieter. Smaller. More “grateful.”
In this episode of BILF Pod, Jade Shenker sits down with Mara Dorne to talk about ambition, divorce, power dynamics, and the subtle ways people try to box you in when your growth makes them uncomfortable.From navigating high-stakes opportunities to rebuilding after divorce, this isn’t a victim story — it’s a conversation about ownership, standards, and refusing to shrink for anyone.If you’ve ever felt pressured to dim your light to keep others comfortable… this one’s for you. 🎙️🔥Watch until the end — the shift in perspective might hit harder than the jokes.Subscribe to BILF Pod for conversations that don’t just entertain — they expose the truth behind the grind. 🎙️If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here:https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6gGet Connected:Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorneFollow Jade Shenker→ @jadeshenkerFollow the Podcast → @bilfpod#BILFPod #JadeShenker #MaraDorne #WomenInBusiness #LifeAfterDivorce #FemaleAmbition #EntrepreneurMindset #LevelUp #SelfGrowth #powermoves39 min - From Broke Comedian to Viral Disruptor: The Florida Man Story
Everyone talks about confidence.
Very few talk about fear.In this episode of BILF Pod, Sean Madden opens up about the parts of comedy people don’t see:• Moving to NYC broke and unsure• Being hesitant to even start open mics• Hating when the camera is on him• Turning rejection into material• Why confidence isn’t ego — it’s repetition• Why everything changed when he stopped caring what people thoughtThis isn’t a highlight reel.It’s the in-between.The bartending shifts.The doubt before the mic.The internal battle between “What if I fail?” and “What if I don’t try?”Sean breaks down how cringe is temporary — but regret isn’t.How rejection sharpens you.And how freedom begins the moment you stop performing for approval.If you’ve ever hesitated to start…If you’ve ever been scared to look stupid…If you’ve ever felt stuck between comfort and growth…This conversation is for you.28 min - Obsessed With the Process: Daniel G on Sales, Purpose & Winning in Life
Everyone talks about money.
Very few talk about power.In this episode of BILF Pod, Daniel G challenges some of the most repeated ideas in business and self-development:• Why money isn’t the real power source• Why sales isn’t manipulation, it’s belief• Why “finding your why” might be misleading• Why starting over is strength, not failure• Why skill will always outlast talentThis isn’t surface-level motivation.This is a perspective that forces you to confront your ego, your excuses, and your identity.Daniel G breaks down what it actually takes to build confidence, discipline, and long-term success, without hiding behind clichés.If you’ve ever questioned your purpose…If you’ve ever had to rebuild…If you’ve ever felt pressure to “figure it all out”…This conversation is for you.Watch until the end; the last segment might shift how you see yourself.Subscribe to BILF Pod for more real conversations that don’t just inspire; they challenge.If you haven't already... subscribe to the channelGet Connected:
Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorneFollow Daniel G→ @danielgFollow the Podcast → @bilfpod45 min - The Unapologetic Mother: Dr. Karla Lee on Power, Parenting & Presence
She learned early that authenticity has a cost.
That respect isn’t handed out—it’s earned in full view.That some rooms test before they trust.She’s built platforms from scratch.Faced bias without bending.Stayed when walking away would’ve been easier.And discovered that consistency always outlasts noise.On BILF Pod, she opens up about motherhood, identity, resilience, and the moments that make the grind worth it.No fluff. No performance.Just lived perspective.This episode isn’t about breaking init’s about staying long enough to be undeniable.Now streaming.Are you ready to sit in the truth? 🎧If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here:https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6g00:00 – 00:33 – Intro00:33 – 06:00 – Health Myths & Misconceptions (vaccines, antibiotics, generics, supplements)06:00 – 12:00 – Vaccination & Personal Choices12:00 – 18:00 – Natural Immunity vs. Medical Guidance18:00 – 24:00 – Big Pharma & Healthcare Influence24:00 – 30:00 – Supplements, Toxins & Safety30:00 – 38:06 – Personal Vision & Building a Community38:06 – 42:30 – Daily Roles & Family Structure (Assertiveness, Gender Roles, Household Responsibilities)42:30 – 44:30 – Advice for Women & Overcoming Shame / Boundaries44:30 – 45:00 – OutroGet Connected:Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorneFollow Karla Lee → @threelittleleeFollow the Podcast → @bilfpod46 min - Beyond the Sidelines: Women Reshaping Sports Journalism
What happens when being different makes you a target — before it makes you respected?
In this episode of BILF Pod, Kendra Douglas joins Mara for an honest conversation about identity, resilience, and staying in the room when the industry tests you. From navigating bias and representation in sports media to moments that quietly confirm you’re exactly where you belong, this is a grounded look at what it really takes to last.No outrage. No motivation talk.Just perspective earned over time.This episode isn’t about breaking through;it’s about not quitting before your moment arrives.🎧 Listen if you’re building something that takes patience.If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here:https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6g00:00 – 00:34 – Intro00:34 – 06:00 – Guest Background & Career06:00 – 11:00 – Taking Risks & Starting from Zero11:00 – 17:00 – Mindset Shift & Personal Growth17:00 – 23:00 – Building Businesses Strategically23:00 – 28:00 – Leadership & Decision Making28:00 – 34:00 – Purpose, Motivation & Drive34:00 – 40:00 – Overcoming Obstacles & Setbacks40:00 – 46:00 – Personal Habits & Structure46:00 – 51:00 – Advice for Entrepreneurs & Women in Business51:00 – 53:00 – 21-Day Challenge & Call to Action53:00 – 53:40 – OutroGet Connected:Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorneFollow Kendra Douglas → @kendra.douglasFollow the Podcast → @bilfpod45 min - From law to entrepreneurship to venture capital: This is what building power actually looks like.
We’re told there’s a “right way” to live.
To build.To balance motherhood, marriage, and ambition.But what if the real work is becoming stable on your own first?In this episode of BILF Pod, Lisa Sutton joins Mara for a grounded conversation on motherhood, identity, partnership, and building businesses without losing yourself.No hustle culture. No perfection myth.Just clarity, structure, and lived perspective.This episode isn’t about doing it all —It’s about doing it aligned.00:00 – 00:40 Intro00:40 – 02:00 Welcome & Show Introduction02:00 – 06:00 Guest Background & Career Overview06:00 – 11:00 Taking Risks & Starting from Zero11:00 – 17:00 Mindset Shift & Personal Growth17:00 – 23:00 Building Businesses Strategically23:00 – 28:00 Leadership & Decision Making28:00 – 34:00 Purpose, Motivation & Drive34:00 – 40:00 Overcoming Obstacles & Setbacks40:00 – 46:00 Personal Habits & Structure46:00 – 51:00 Advice for Entrepreneurs & Women in Business51:00 – 53:00 21-Day Challenge & Call to Action53:00 – 53:40 OutroGet Connected:Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorneFollow Lisa Sutton Gunderson → @lisasongsuttonFollow the Podcast → @bilfpod54 min - From Rock Bottom to Relentless: The Mindset That Changed Everything
Most people only talk about the version of themselves that made it.
They skip the uncertainty.The uncomfortable decisions.The moments where doing the right thing cost them money, relationships, or momentum.In this episode of BILF Pod, Jonnie Parsons sits down to unpack the quieter parts of the journey — where discipline was built before results, where consistency mattered more than labels, and where integrity forced hard exits instead of easy wins.This isn’t a conversation about overnight success.It’s about identity.Faith, doubt, pressure, and the long road of becoming someone your past couldn’t predict.No performance.No curated narrative.Just honest perspective from someone who chose structure over shortcuts.This episode isn’t about where you start.It’s about who you’re willing to become.If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here:https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6g00:00 – 00:40 | Hook & Intro00:40 – 08:20 | Origin & Early Struggles08:20 – 14:50 | Rock Bottom & Reflection14:50 – 25:00 | Rebuilding Identity & Mindset25:00 – 34:30 | Business, Discipline & Reality34:30 – 44:30 | Daily Habits & Influence44:30 – 49:00 | Outro & CreditsGet Connected:Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorneFollow Jonnie Parsons → @jonnie_parsons_officialFollow the Podcast → @bilfpod#BILFPod #JonnieParsons #MaraDorne #PodcastClips #PodcastEpisode #LongFormPodcast #PersonalGrowth #LifeDiscipline #ConsistencyWins #IntegrityOverMoney #EntrepreneurMindset #LeadershipMindset #RealConversations #HardTruths #SelfDevelopment #MentalStrength #IdentityShift #FaithAndDoubt #BusinessLessons #SuccessJourney #NoShortcuts #InnerWork #BecomingBetter #ModernLeadership #PurposeDriven50 min - Pretty Girls Don’t Just Dance; They Control the Music
We’re taught to follow the rules.
Show up. Work hard. Stay in line.But what happens when your dream doesn’t fit the mold?When the path you’re passionate about is dominated by voices telling you it’s “not for you”?In this episode of BILF Pod, Jocelyn & Gianna open up about their journey as young women breaking into the DJ scene starting at 17, learning from mentors, and leaning on each other as best friends. They share the moments that tested them, the lessons that shaped them, and the inspiration they found in every connection along the way.We talk about friendship as fuel, ambition in a male-dominated industry, and the grind behind every first gig, every beat learned, and every stage conquered. They reveal how believing in yourself and learning from others turned obstacles into opportunities.This conversation explores the quiet work no one applauds: building your skill when no one notices, showing up when it’s easier to quit, and finding your voice when the world doubts you. It’s about courage over comfort, persistence over perfection, and friendship over competition.If you’ve ever started something everyone said you couldn’t, doubted your timing, or leaned on someone to push you forward, this episode will resonate deeply.Because success isn’t just about the stage.It’s about the journey that gets you there.If you haven't already... subscribe to our YouTube channel here:https://www.youtube.com/@UCYLvhwzAObRJHngDq0usF6gGet Connected:Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorneFollow Jocelyn and Gianna → @jdandgfFollow the Podcast → @bilfpod23 min - Doctors said surgery. She Said No, And Everything Changed
We’re taught to trust the system.
The doctors. The prescriptions. The protocols.But what happens when your body keeps getting worse—and no one has real answers?In this episode of BILF Pod, Amanda joins us for an honest conversation about self-advocacy, chronic stress, and the moment she stopped outsourcing her health. After being prescribed multiple medications and even advised to consider exploratory surgery, Amanda chose a different path—one rooted in listening, questioning, and reclaiming responsibility for her body.We talk about what stress actually does beneath the surface, how fear keeps people stuck in cycles of symptoms, and why so many ignore their body’s signals until they’re impossible to dismiss. Amanda shares stories from her clients, including the invisible battles people fight long before diagnosis, weight loss, or healing ever becomes visible.This conversation explores the quiet work no one applauds: unlearning blind trust, standing your ground when you’re dismissed, and rebuilding your relationship with your body after years of disconnection. It’s about maintenance over quick fixes, awareness over avoidance, and courage over comfort.If you’ve ever felt unheard, overwhelmed by conflicting advice, or unsure whether to trust your intuition, this episode will resonate deeply.Because real healing doesn’t start with answers.It starts with listening.If you haven't already... subscribe to the channel here:https://www.youtube.com/@bilfpodGet Connected:Follow Mara Dorne → @maradorneFollow Brendan Boyd → @itsbrendanboydFollow the Podcast → @bilfpodIntro00:00 – 00:35Health Crisis & Refusing Surgery00:35 – 02:40Discovering Holistic Health02:40 – 04:20Building a Clinic from Scratch04:20 – 05:50The 27-Page Proposal & Rejection05:50 – 07:40Breaking Point & Walking Away07:40 – 09:20Starting Over Solo09:20 – 10:30Why “It’s Just Stress” Is a Lie10:30 – 12:30Women, Stress & the Nervous System12:30 – 14:40Sick vs. Burned Out14:40 – 16:20Health as a Business Advantage16:20 – 17:50Transformation Story (Client Case)17:50 – 21:00Final Lessons & Closing21:00 – 23:00#BILFPod #AmandaChinkin #Nutrition #HealthAdvocacy #HealingJourney #StressAndHealth #HolisticHealth #SelfTrust #ListenToYourBody #WellnessMindset #PersonalGrowth #SelfAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #ChronicStress #FearAndHealing #RealConversations #LifeLessons #Podcast #PodcastLife #PodcastClip #LongFormPodcast #MindsetPodcast #HealthPodcast #SelfImprovement24 min
About BILFPOD
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The BILFPOD (Boss I'd Like To Follow) takes a deep dive into the lives and 'drives' of others. This weekly show, hosted by Mara Dorne, features unfiltered conversations with business leaders, influencers, and BILF's in their own accord. Branded segments such as "BILF Breakdown" "What's in your BILF bag” and many more that will keep you entertained, inspired and bring on allll the feels- LIVE from our studio- in 6 inch heels!
Anyone who says business isn’t fun has obviously never listened to the BILFPOD.