It’s FYC’s season one finale! Grab your cups and strap in as we share a chat with 2008 American Idol Winner, David Cook. Talk about “right place at right time” - David gets personal, starting out with how his musical passion began, up through American Idol days. His story effortlessly proves the stars were aligned & in sync through every move through American Idol, following his successful musical career in which we all know of today. He also payed Charlie Price on Kinky Boots on Broadway & chats extensively on how it’s still such a memorable milestone in his life. David’s incredible new single “Reds Turn Blue” was influenced by his anxiety disorder, & perceived as a written letter from his anxiety to him, created as a coping method. Don’t forget to download “Red’s Turn Blue” available on *all platforms* !!!! So proud of season one, our guests and especially being able to wrap up on a super high note with David, the cup gang, and you all! Please enjoy, share, like, comment review - sending so much love - Melissa & Amy ❤️❤️

Bachelor Nation exclusive cast interviewer, Erin Hill, is back on the pod to chat about her personal sleep coaching career! As a certified coach of 15+ yrs, she engages in tips for new parents & gives us the low-down in sleep training for children at any age. She takes pride in helping couples strengthen their relationships by getting your kids on a strategic schedule! This also goes for anyone who is looking for personal help in sleeping. Our educational chat is so eye opening for moms to be, new parents or just if your looking for a good sleep schedule, yourself! Erin’s energy and passion for helping others makes her smile with just a simple “Thank You!” She offers advice over the phone and connects even depending on your time zones. Erins specifically talks about self soothing techniques, sleep association and sleep environment. Spread the word to new parents or if you know someone who could use some TLC in the sleep department. 💤😍 It’s so important! Connect with Erin @erinloveszzz

Join the girls as they chat with TV host, Derek Zagami. He is known for creating untraditional TV with his energetic storytelling! Derek brings great energy to this episode as we dive into his background in the entertainment world covering networks with NBC, E News and more. Derek hosts ‘Realitea with Derek Z’ and ‘Luxe Life with Derek Z’ - he brings light to what inspired his flare for entertainment, interviewing some of the most famous people in the world, and also his weight loss journey inspired by Keto diet, dropping a whopping 80lbs! Derek gives amazing advice on going after your dreams with an encouraging and upbeat energy, he is sure to fill your cup with this episode. Check our more of Derek’s recent content and ventures on Instagram @derekzagami Enjoy!

Maddie Woods is a Registered Nurse and Social Media influencer where she shares her day to day life as a nurse, girlfriend and dog mom. She gives us influence on work/life balance and her daily routines to stay disciplined while getting in fitness, sustaining a healthy relationship & working in the OR in a plastic surgery clinic!She expresses her rewarding feelings of helping patients during their plastic surgery experience and also chats on her faith and how she works that into her daily life. You will also find out her advice on starting a social media platform and/or you tube channel and how having a presence there helps you connect and tell your stories to others. Follow Maddie and her channel @maddieannwoods - With a mix of faith, life balance and social media, enjoy this chat and grab your favorite drink🍸

Join our mind opening chat with podcast host, author & blogger, Alyssa Tabit! Alyssa and her fiancé share a podcast together, The Freddie and Alyssa Show, sharing inspiration, entertainment and education. The girls chat on her daily routines, being aware of our mindset and a look into her book “The Pivot Principle”, a modern-day playbook for mastering your mindset, pivoting your actions, and elevating your life. Alyssa gives insight on her journey and what lead her to follow her purpose after being in a near death experience car accident.

Her perseverance, spiritual and mental growth will leave you eye opened and inspired

The girls chat with Erica America, radio host for Z100 + iHeartRadio. We chat about her background as a psychotherapist and a clarity coach. The girls get into the topics of presence and the importance of self compassion. Erica chats on how she connects her radio show hosting to her extensive background with her coaching and and helping others emotionally and mentally. She states some of the steps to staying present lies in positive self talk. Saying “I’m doing the best I can” to ourselves brings us back to compassion. We also chat on pop culture and her passion on interviewing - she loves diving deep and connecting with each guest showing that pop culture isn’t just “on the outside” or materialistic. Gaining a lot of perspective from Erica, we hope that this opens your mind to new outlooks on our daily living. Enjoy!

Melissa and Amy chat to DJ Danny Teso! He has showcased his talents for VH1’s Mob Wives, MTV’s Jersey Shore, X-factor and more. He also chats about his time in the fitness world and how he loves motivating others and finds fitness as a way to clear the mind. Teso has an inspiring background on how he followed his dreams and used patience and determination as a key factor in his success. He gives tips on “filling your cup” by suggesting that everyday you wake up, be grateful for being alive. He also reminds us to set a positive self talk throughout the day and to always put a smile on even if you’re feeling down, as this helps keep you present and motivated. Not to mention his daily routine of warm water, salt and lemon to start the day. He believes having a routine is the first step to success and following your dreams. Talk a listen and enjoy!

What motivates a shift in you?

The coolest thing about NYC are the connections you make along the way. We have special guest Ladell Thomas- dancer, comedian & actor joining - during the spring over a year ago, the 3 made a connection together! The cup gang is excited to share this connection with you all as they catch up too see how he’s been this last year. Ladell inspires us about his past bullying encounters years ago, and uses his voice to help others move forward in life. He has used these times to motivate him for the better! In a time where the entertainment Industry is hurting, He is currently shifting into writing comedy from home as he teaches himself new skills in TV writing! Adaptability is key and Ladell is one for that example.

Taking out a message from this episode, we believe anything is possible & to follow your heart. Take a listen and enjoy this fun filled talk!

Melissa and Amy chat with Broadway actor, Alfie DalPino. Alfie's "claim to fame" was landing his swing role in Kinky Boots the Musical on Broadway, being with the show for the full run of 5 years. With years of background in musical theatre, Alfie has recently moved to LA to take his talents there. We chat about his current projects moving into what it takes to become a TV actor. The chat takes a compelling turn into spirituality as Alfie's passion consists of strengthening his intuition, connecting with spirit and reading tarot cards for others. He chats on whar the influence of diving into the spiritual world has for him, and explains how the universe is always there to provide and guide for us. As we get deep into this chat, Amy even gets a card pulled for her from Alfie - Find out what is, and how it truly resonated with her! Alfie does readings for other people, and explains that Tarot readings are a "spiritual therapy" practice, suggesting we shouldn't be afraid to dive into our intuitions. We hope you gain some perspective on our chat just as much as we did. Enjoy!

The Cup Gang chats with former hockey player, JT Barnett, who recently returned back home to LA after traveling as a professional player. JT explains his current rituals from day to day including fitness, keeping his mental awareness up and his entrepreneurial work as an influencer for media, culture, wellness and training. We chat about his transition from his retiring hockey career to home in LA, as he happily resides with his girlfriend, Sami Clarke, who is also a successful influencer in the fitness world. There are some great take aways of mindfulness exercises he shares, including a home made ice bath, in which he suggests a very cold shower will do just as well! Find out the benefits from this that had Melissa and Amy intrigued to know more. JT's message is to inspire others to take control of their lives, take your power back in any situation and ground ourselves. Find out more about his vlogging and content material on social media, specifically instagram and follow his journey @jtbarnett. Enjoy this super chill and informative episode with whatever fills your cup today! Cheers.