What if I told you that dating doesn't have to feel overwhelming or terrifying?

What if there was a way to approach it that felt as natural as... networking at a business event? What if there was a mindset shift that you could implement today?

This mindset shift is brought to you by a random, funny comment, I made to my best friend while I was getting ready to go on a networking event. A random comment that completely changed the way I view dating. In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly how I reframed dating as networking—and why this simple shift took all the pressure off and made meeting people feel natural again. Whether you're navigating a major life transition, building a business, or just tired of feeling anxious about dating, this reframe will change how you approach connections forever.

⚡Mentioned in the episode:

• Why dating and networking are literally the same process (with different currencies)
• Three game-changing takeaways that will transform how you meet people
• How to approach dating apps like the tools they actually are
• The power of bringing curious energy, instead of desperate energy

This isn't just about dating—it's about reframing how we approach all human connections. And honestly? It might just change your life like it changed mine.

Timestamps

(00:00) Intro

(01:00) The Backstory: From Emotional Scam to Dating Again

(03:00) The Revelation Moment

(06:00) Breaking Down the Definitions

(08:00) Takeaway #1: Reframe the Apps

(10:00) Takeaway #2: Put Yourself in New Rooms

(12:00) Takeaway #3: Be Curious, Not Desperate

(14:00) The Deeper Truth: Why This Reframe Works

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💌 DM @dariaast the word “Growth” on Instagram to get the “Growth for Sales Under 10K Followers” Masterclass.

What if burning it all down was the first step to building a business that actually feels right? Today I am joined by Daria Astanaeva, a personal branding coach and agency founder. Daria shares her journey of walking away from high-income business to rebuilding from scratch. We dive into how she grew a profitable brand on Instagram with less than 10k followers, the failures, reinvention, the mindset shifts that helped her create an aligned business, and why failure might just be your best business strategy.

This one is for you if you’re feeling stuck in hustle mode or doubting your ability to start fresh!

Connect with Daria

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What if the life you were supposed to want never actually fit you?

In this episode, I sit down with Paulette Erato, a fierce, funny, child-free Latina. She’s a speaker, mentor, a true advocate of diversity in media. But our convo goes way beyond that. We talk about what it really means to create a “vida más chévere” — a better, fuller life designed entirely on your own terms.

From breaking generational patterns to tuning out the noise of what everyone else thinks you “should” do, Paulette opens up about choosing self-trust over guilt, joy over obligation, and pleasure over pressure.

Are you going through a big life pivot or just craving more alignment in your life? This episode is your permission slip to rewrite the rules — and maybe even burn the old playbook entirely. 🔥

Connect with Paulette

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When you become a local, life can slip into a routine—so automatic, it starts to lose its magic.

Today’s episode is a reminder that the most powerful thing you can do is hit pause, zoom out, and audit your life.

⚡Mentioned in this episode:

• The 3 unofficial goals I had for April
• Reigniting my creativity (and getting out of the house)
• Visibility, alignment, and what happens when you stop surviving and start actually living.

Timestamps

(00:00) Intro

(02:00) Goal 1: Building visibility through real human connection

(04:30) Goal 2: Reigniting creativity by leaving the house

(06:30) Human Design, markets, and working outside the house

(08:30) Goal 3: Realigning my life and business (and why that’s hard)

(09:30) The CEO energy moment: My photo shoot

(12:00) The immigrant hustle and forgetting to live

(13:30) Hamster wheels, podcast ruts, and finding your way out

Let’s Connect

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📣 The Podcast Reset ➡️ https://subscribepage.io/podcast-reset 📣

When was the last time you looked at your podcast like the CEO you are?

Not just the downloads. Not just the content calendar. The bigger picture: Does it still light you up? Is it working for you, or against you?

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on how The Podcast Reset was born—and the exact 4-step framework that helped me grow my show by 30% without burnout.

This is for the CEO who’s done forcing content and ready to:

☑️ Reconnect with her voice.

☑️ Align her podcast with her business (not just her passion).

☑️ Trade spaghetti-at-the-wall strategies for clarity.

⚡ We break down:

• The ‘why’ behind The Podcast Reset (hint: strategy = self-care).
• How to audit your podcast like a CEO (not a content robot).
• The game-changing shifts that actually move the needle.

Your voice isn’t just a rebellion—it’s a revolution. Time to hit reset.

Timestamps

(00:00) Intro

(01:00) The Burnout Breaking Point

(04:00) Strategy = Self-Care

(05:00) The 4-Step Framework

1. Set an intention
2. Get clarity (your podcast isn’t for everyone)
3. Optimize using data
4. Get visible (stop hoping, start engineering growth)

(07:00) Why This Isn’t Another "How-To" Guide

(09:00) Your Permission Slip to Glow Up

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Is your podcast just cute... or can it actually pay your bills?

Because, I don’t know about you, but I’d rather have my pod fund my lifestyle than keep shouting into the internet void.

In today’s episode, I’m spilling the tea on how a dance floor disaster with a rhythm-less finance bro turned into the perfect metaphor for commitment—yep, in love and in podcasting. You’ll also get a peek behind the scenes of what finally helped me stop treating my podcast like a side fling and start showing up like a CEO.

⚡ Mentioned in this episode:

• 3 tactics to turn your pod from a hobby into a money-making machine
• Why viral doesn't equal success (and what actually moves the needle)
• My non-negotiables for making your podcast irresistible and profitable

Timestamps

(00:00) Intro

(03:15) The Dance Floor Fiasco

(06:00) Millions Are Boring (But Necessary)

(07:15) Three Tactics to Flip the Script

• (08:00) The CEO Test
• (08:45) The $1,000 Question
• (09:30) Why Viral Isn’t the Goal

(10:00) The Power of Podcast Sales (Without the Sleaze)

(11:45) From Fling to Forever: What a Committed Podcast Needs

(13:30) The Call to Action Strategy

(14:00) Monetization is a Must (No More Manifesting Alone)

Full Transcript here

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What do Taylor Swift, Romantasy books fandoms, and your podcast have in common? A lot— when you know how to spark obsession! This episode is all about transforming casual listeners into devoted fans who quote your intro in the group chat. Because the secret about a successful podcast is not how many downloads you get, it’s about the community your create

⚡ Mentioned in this episode:

• The 3 core tactics to build a cult-like podcast following (without starting an actual cult, promise).
• How to spark obsession with your quirks, inside jokes, and emotional chaos and why this is your superpower.
• What ACOTAR, friendship bracelets, and cardigan merch can teach you about podcast strategy.

Timestamps

(00:00) Intro

(02:05) What Is a Cult Following Anyway?

(05:10) From Tourist to Cult Member

(07:15) Plot Twists, Emotional Scams & Book Parallels

(08:50) The 3 Tactics to Build Cult-Like Obsession

(08:55) Tactic 1: Share Obsession

(09:51) Tactic 2: Inside Jokes

(11:08) Tactic 3: The FEELS Test

(12:57) The Rite of Passage: Your Listener’s Initiation

(14:05) Iconic You & Turning It Up x10

(14:55) Tourists, Locals, and Cult Members (Recap)

Full Transcript here

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Let’s be honest—sounding perfect is overrated. In this episode, we’re talking about what really makes people stick around: your voice. Not the polished one. The real one. The one with Spanglish slips, chisme energy, and way too many details about your café con leche.

I’m sharing how to stop editing out the best parts of yourself, what makes a podcast actually feel human, and why your accent, quirks, and side tangents are what make you unforgettable.

⚡ Mentioned in this episode:

• My early podcasting days with zero strategy and all heart
• Why Rawayana’s Grammy-winning Spanish speech proves authenticity always wins 🏆
• 3 simple tactics to help you stop editing yourself out of your show:
• The Chisme Test
• The Spanglish Rule
• The power of tiny, sensory details

Timestamps

(00:00) Intro

(02:00) Why real beats perfect (and how I started with zero strategy)

(04:00) Editing out your magic? Here’s why you need to stop

(05:00) Confidence is a muscle—here’s how to build it

(05:30) 🎤 Tactic 1: The Chisme Test

(06:00) Tactic 2: The Spanglish Rule (and code-switching on mic)

(07:30) Tactic 3: The sensory detail drill

(09:00) Why I used to want to erase my accent—and what changed

(12:00) Rawayana’s Grammy win + emotional mic-drop moment

Full Transcript Here

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After being screamed at on a Medellín sidewalk, Mafe realized her silence had cost her dignity—and a year’s worth of therapy bills. This episode is a firestarter for anyone who’s ever been told they’re too much.

She opens up about the emotional scam that cracked her open, and the slow, intentional journey back to confidence. Spoiler: silence isn’t peace—it’s self-betrayal. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to raise your voice, take up space, and stop shrinking… this is it.

⚡ Mentioned in this episode:

• How to turn painful experiences into war cries (and reclaim your power)
• The high cost of silence—and why it’s never worth the price
• Tactical ways to weaponize your voice and unlearn the “good girl” conditioning
• Why walking away is always a flex—and your first step to freedom

Timestamps

(00:00) Intro

(03:00) From Tourist Mode to Torn Apart

(06:00) The Emotional Scam & The Cost of Silence

(08:30) The Confidence Scripts That Changed Everything

(11:00) Practice Leaving

(13:00) Turning Whispers into War Cries

Full Transcript Here

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🚨 ENTER THE GIVEAWAY or Grab The Podcast Reset ➡️ https://subscribepage.io/podcast-reset 🚨

Is the podcast market really saturated? Or have your people just not found you yet? Truth is, the world doesn’t need another podcast... it needs yours. In this fiery episode, we torch the lies of saturation with receipts, rebel energy, and Swiftie-level ambition. Learn why niches aren’t ‘full’ (they’re starving), how to build your own damn table (not beg for a seat), and why your first 10 fans matter more than chasing 100,000 ghosts.

⚡Mentioned in this episode

• The 3 myths keeping you stuck.
• Why you should stop waiting for stadiums.
• Competition vs. collaboration

Timestamps

(00:00) Intro

(01:00) Myth #1: “Every Niche is Taken”

(03:00) Myth #2: “No Room for New Voices”

(05:00) Myth #3: “You Need a Giant Audience to Matter”

Full Transcript Here

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