Confident Collective

By Kristina Zias and Raeann Langas

Two plus-size models & body activists here to get real and candid about living your most confident life. Get ready for powerful conversations that will leave you laughing, motivated, and inspired.... more

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December 31, 20242024 Wrap-Up: Yearly Reflections & Future Goals
In the final episode of 2024, Raeann and Kristina share personal experiences about uncomfortable situations with friends and the societal obsession with being thin. The conversation shifts to their travel plans for 2025, including trips to Japan, Puerto Rico, Greece, and potentially Disney and The Cayman Islands. They also share highlights from 2024, with a focus on personal growth and career achievements. They touch on the pressures of New Year's resolutions, the importance of easing into the new year, and maintaining personal authenticity. They wrap up with advice on navigating relationships and the transformative power of therapy. We hope you are having a relaxing holiday season and are feeling inspired going into 2025!

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December 24, 2024'Tis The Season of Holiday Nostalgia, Gifts & Traditions
In this festive episode, Raeann recaps her restorative Canyon Ranch trip—three days of much-needed wellness despite the rec center aesthetic. Kristina shares that her dog Dué is heading into surgery to give them a little more time together. The girls also chat about the Matilda Djerf workplace controversy and the mysterious drones flying over New Jersey. They reminisce about the magic of Christmas, sharing favorite childhood memories, best and worst gifts, and the nostalgia of holiday traditions. Raeann is looking forward to spending her first Christmas with Gabe. Plus, funny listener submissions, including George Foreman excess and a dog that got ahold of dentures. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, wishing you a lovely time with family and good food!
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December 17, 2024The Art of Saying No
This episode is all about the struggle of saying NO and how to break free from people-pleasing habits. Raeann and Kristina chat about the balance between honoring your commitments vs saying no with conviction. Kristina shares her progress in setting family boundaries, while Raeann reflects on the regret of skipping her family's safari trip. Saying no takes practice and is a hard skill to get good at, but sometimes you just have to put yourself and your priorities first. And for the other people pleasers out there, saying no is not a personal rejection.
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December 10, 2024Pop Culture Roundup: Wicked, Reality TV & Influencer Proposals
Today, Raeann and Kristina are chatting all things pop culture—from Wicked's whimsical set and goosebump-worthy music to Vanderpump Rules' fresh new cast and Lala's Photoshop fail. They fan-girl over Ilona and Alan for single-handedly reviving Dancing with the Stars and applaud Steve for his undeniable star power. Meanwhile, Jacob Elordi's beard debut? A unanimous flop. Oh, and is it just them, or is every influencer getting engaged right now?

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44min
December 03, 2024Ask Away: Wedding Dress Anxiety, Embracing Your Cellulite & Starting a Family
Before this week's Ask Away kicks off, Raeann shares her sister's Breckenridge house chaos and Kristina agrees that homeownership isn't all sunshine and roses. They also get into the Christmas spirit by sharing Christmas highlights from childhood gifts to nostalgic movies. In today's Ask Away, the girls dig into relatable struggles, from ending the cycle of dressing to look skinny and overcoming wedding dress shopping anxiety to embracing cellulite with confidence. They also unpack the uncertainty of deciding when to have a baby and tackle uncomfortable topics, like how to tell a friend you're not a fan of their toxic boyfriend. Hope you found this advice helpful—until next ti Thanks to our sponsors: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code TCC at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod #sponsored
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40min
November 26, 2024Friendsgiving Recap: Confidence, Curves & Community
Today, the girls are chatting all things Thanksgiving—from Friendsgiving highlights to niche family recipes. Raeann explains the lore behind her family's infamous Watergate marshmallow salad while Kristina's family keeps to their Greek roots. They also recap their best-ever Friendsgiving with fellow Confidants. It was a safe, judgement-free space where everyone could open up, rock their cutest holiday outfits and celebrate their curves with confidence! Shout out to Maybelline for sponsoring this beautiful event. And thank you all for the love and support. Wishing you the best Thanksgiving! Thanks to our sponsors: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code TCC at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod #sponsored
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32min
November 19, 2024A Real Talk on Body Confidence
This week, Raeann and Kristina get real about body confidence, reflecting on the pressures of "thin is in" culture and how it affects their mindset. Both girls have faced a tough year with their body confidence—Raeann's ups and downs of feeling hot vs hating her body and Kristina's struggle with clothes that don't fit and the suburban skinny bubble. They also discuss balancing body positivity with health goals, the power of habits, and checking in with how you're feeling. Remember, confidence naturally ebbs and flows, and practicing self-love wherever you're at in this journey is important! In other news, Kristina shares the buzz of filming in a new studio, previously graced by Lala from Vanderpump Rules, while Raeann opens up about an amazing psychic reading. The girls also dive into the iconic Martha Stewart documentary and the drama around the crazy $12M Brianna Chickenfry and Zach Bryan NDA.
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43min
November 12, 2024Brittany Ball's Story of Motherhood, New Beginnings & Self-Discovery
Today, we welcome on Brittany Ball, a social media personality, who shares her journey of motherhood, self-discovery and dating. From life in Hawaii with her ex-husband to starting fresh in NYC as a single mom, Brittany turned her challenges into a journey of self-discovery, creating a beautiful life for herself and her son. She talks about her peaceful co-parenting dynamic, balancing motherhood with dating, and how she carves out time for herself. While in eras of uncertainty, embracing the beauty of alone time and taking the time to discover yourself is so important. Brittany's story is all about redefining who you are and where you want to go while balancing self-love with being a mother.

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57min
November 05, 2024Ask Away: Let's Talk Dating, Body Confidence & Friendship Shifts
Kristina's tackling hair struggles, from finding the right cut to using a silk bonnet, while Raeann talks about doing a strict wellness retreat this winter to focus on her health. Plus, we talk about motherhood and our latest obsessions—Kristina's encouragement to strike up a conversation with new people and Raeann's Spanish lessons with Gabe. In today's Ask Away episode, we chat about confidence, relationships, and the ebbs and flows of life. If you're 27, single, and new to dating, we offer advice on shifting your mindset and feeling confident going into the dating scene. We tackle the current "thinness" trend and the importance of finding what makes you feel good in your body. We also discuss how to navigate friendship changes, from new relationships and honeymoon phases to family planning. And if you're wondering how to keep the spark alive in your relationships, we've got tips for that too. Plus, we chat about our Confidant Friendsgiving that's happening next week!
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32min
October 29, 2024 Kerry O'Brien on Career Pivots, Buying Your First Home & Taking Risks
Today, we sit down with Kerry O'Brien, a powerhouse in real estate who pivoted her career in her 40s and quickly became a billion-dollar seller in Monmouth County. Karrie shares her advice on how to go after what you want in life, from doing things out of your comfort zone to going the extra mile to embracing the hard moments. It's never too late to go for what you want and Karrie is proof of that. She also gives her tips for first-time homebuyers on how to set yourself up for success and how to find "the one". Whether you're ready to pivot your career, start a business, or buy your first home, this episode is full of great advice and inspiration to help you take that leap of faith!
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43min

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