I am really excited to share this conversation I had with blogger and content creator Naty Michele today! Naty has been blogging for the last eight years and we get to discuss the evolution of her content and overall brand. We also discuss showing up vulnerably, processing grief, and the loss of Naty’s dad. Naty shares some really valuable tips for successful solo travel! 

This episode is full of great advice from Naty and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! 

Inside This Episode: 

• Creating community through vulnerability
• Processing grief
• Encouraging words from Naty about grieving the loss of a parent 
• A little bit about Naty’s story and why she started blogging 
• What living alone in New York City is like for Naty 
• Naty’s tips for creating a cozy home 
• What a typical day looks like for Naty
• How Naty’s faith has grown through the loss of her dad
• Naty’s advice for solo travel 
• A hopeful message from Naty about not putting a timeline on your life
• And so much more! 

Links Mentioned: 

Naty’s Blog: Natymichele.com

Naty on IG: @natymichele

Naty’s Facebook group: Life Chats with Naty

I am so pumped for this episode with Taylore Glynn - we chat about all things beauty and skincare! Taylore is the associate beauty and health editor for Marie Claire. We dive into what products Taylore is using in her skincare routine right now and some of her other favorites. I even learned about some new brands that I am going to try! Taylore also shares with us what it is like to write for a major beauty publication company. For all of my skincare fans - do not miss this episode! 

 

Inside This Episode: 

• How Taylore got her start in the beauty industry 
• What sets Marie Claire apart from other beauty publications
• Global skincare brands and ingredients 
• Some of the beauty products that Taylore is using right now
• What a typical day of writing for Marie Claire looks like for Taylore 
• Taylore’s tips for a perfect cat eye
• A little bit about Taylore’s travel with Marie Claire 
• A few body care products that Taylore loves
• And so much more! 

 

Links Mentioned: 

Augustinus Bader Skincare

111Skin

Sulwhasoo Korean Skincare

Drunk Elephant Marula Oil

ZO Skincare Complexion Renewal Pads

SkinCeuticals Lipid Restore

SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic

Fresh Skincare

Wander Beauty

Dior Backstage Foundation

Natura Bisse Diamond Cocoon Sheer

Charlotte Tilbury

Chanel Mascara 

Glossier Lash Slick

PCA Skincare

Voya Body Oil

Monastery Body Oil

Lumi Face Mist

Cleen Beauty Vitamin C Serum

I am dropping a few truth bombs about COVID-19 and wearing a mask in this episode. Where I am in Arizona, the cases per capita is higher than a lot of places but masks still haven’t been mandated. I have been wearing a mask everywhere I go not only to protect myself but also for the safety of others. I’ve struggled with how to share this with you but I knew it had to be said! I would love to connect with you on IG about this! Please feel free to reach out and let’s chat!

@Getanadaatudepodcast

@Adaatude 

 

I am also sharing two of my new beauty brands with you - Babor and By Terry. These are both Europeans brands and have really high quality ingredients that I have been obsessed with lately. The EU actually bans 1,328 chemicals from cosmetics that are known or suspected to cause cancer, genetic mutation, reproductive harm or birth defects. In comparison, the U.S. FDA has only banned or restricted 11 chemicals from cosmetics. (sited from SafeCosmetics.org)

 

This week I am joined by the incredible Chinae Alexander, host of the Press Send podcast. Her message is to empower people to be better through positive thinking, active change, and self-love. We chat all about showing up for your life authentically and using your voice to speak your truth. Chinae shares with us how she nurtures her followers and creates meaningful relationships. 

 

Inside This Episode:

 

• Chinae’s business story
• Being vulnerable and authentic with your audience 
• A typical day in the life of Chinae 
• Engaging with your community and growing relationships
• A sneak peek into Adaleta’s book idea 
• A beautiful message about body confidence from Chinae
• And so much more! 

Links Mentioned:

Chinae’s podcast: Press Send

Connect with Chinae on IG: @chinaealexander

I got the pleasure of having Brett Montogmery from The Open Mic Podcast on the show today! We chat all about podcasting and life as a co-parent for Brett. Brett shares some really good advice for starting your own podcast that you will not want to miss if that is on your radar! Sit back and enjoy, friend. 

Inside This Episode:

 

 

• A little bit about the podcast industry and what it looks like to host a show

• Tips and encouragement for starting your own podcast 

• Brett’s role in the world of wine 

• What co-parenting looks like for Brett

• And so much more! 

 

Links Mentioned: 

 

Brett’s podcast: The Open Mic Podcast with Brett Allan

Brett’s Twitter: @BrettsOpenMic

Brett’s IG: @BrettsOpenMic

Brett’s FB: Brett Allan

I had the pleasure of meeting Sarah last year on a brand trip and I am really happy to bring her on the show today!  Sarah is one of the launch partners for #SephoraSquad and we get to chat all about that. We also chat about some of the behind the scenes secrets of being a beauty influencer. Sarah brought so much energy and made this episode incredible! Be sure to listen and subscribe <3

 

Inside This Episode:

 

• How & why Sarah became a beauty influencer 

• What a typical day looks like for Sarah 

• How Sarah uses self-hypnosis in her daily life

• Staying connected to your followers on social as an influencer

• Sarah’s new Patreon for mindfulness and meditation
• And so much more! 

Links Mentioned: 

 

Sarah’s podcast: Work Hard, Play Hard

Sarah’s blog: Sarah LouWho

Sarah’s YouTube channel

Connect with Sarah on Facebook and IG (@sarah_louwho)

Hypnosis book: Close Your Eyes and Get Free

This is not something that we have ever discussed on the show before so I am really excited to share this with you! Lindsey shares with us some of her insider insight from the cannabis industry with us. I have been using CBD for the past 2 years so I really enjoyed getting to chat with Lindsey. 

This episode is so fun - be sure to listen and subscribe! 

Inside this Episode: 

• How Lindsey got started in the CBD (or cannabis) world
• What sets Lindsey’s business apart from other CBD brands 
• A little bit about the politics behind the legalization of marijuana 
• Some of the misconceptions about CBD
• Why Lindsey started using CBD
• How Ada uses CBD in her life 
• A typical day in the life of Lindsey as a co-founder and CEO of a successful cannabis company 
• What Lindsey has planned for the future 
• Some truths about getting a college degree 
• And so much more! 

Links Mentioned: 

Linsdey’s CBD website: Plain Jane 

Plain Jane on IG: @TryPlainJane

Change starts small - how can you impact change in your city?

Something has been weighing on my heart - how can I make an impact and support BLM? Today I am sharing a new project with you in support of black businesses!  Towards the end, I also share with you some of my favorite beauty products so make sure you hang around for that! Inside This Episode:

• My efforts to support black businesses and the black community
• Some advice on how to support change 
• My current favorite beauty products + why I love them
• And so much more! 

Links Mentioned:

Reach out to us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/getanadaatudepodcast/ BRIGHTENING CC BLUSH ILLUMINATING BLUSHER

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CUSTOM ENHANCER DROPS

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Born This Way The Natural Nudes Eyeshadow Palette

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Buxom Plumping Lip Cream Gloss

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Kevyn Aucoin Foundation Balm with Brush https://rstyle.me/cz-n/eambyq4jcn

 

beautyblender® Concealer & Blender

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Wander Beauty Unlashed Volume & Curl Mascara

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Wander Beauty Smooth Sailing 360° Eye Primer

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I am super stoked to get to talk to Amanda Lauren today! Amanda has her hands in so many different pots and does really well at all of it - a little interior design, a lot of writing, YouTube, her new course, and everything in between. This episode really packs a punch because Amanda shares so much with us. Girl, do not miss this!

We Discuss:

• A little bit about Amanda’s new course with Jen Jaden about being your own publicist 
• The importance of PR as an influencer
• Amanda’s line of art with Art Sugar 
• What a typical day looks like for Amanda
• All of Amanda’s current business ventures and where she wants to grow
• Using vision boards for your business and life
• What it takes to become an influencer from Amanda and Adaleta’s perspective 
• How Amanda keeps her life and business organized 
• And so much more! 

Links Mentioned: 

Amanda on IG: @AmandaLauren

Amanda on Twitter: @AmandaLauren

Amanda’s collection at Art Sugar

 Amanda’s Course: Pitch Please

Amanda’s website 

Amanda’s Bio: 

I’m a writer, among other things, who lives in Los Angeles with my husband and our two dogs, Lulu and Milo. You might have come here after reading my articles on other sites such as Mashable, LA Weekly, The Kitchn, She Knows, After Party Magazine, Ravishly, Your Tango, The Gloss, Cheat Sheet, Huff Po, No Tofu, Psychology Today or Salon or a whole bunch of others. I've written about so many topics I call myself a “Jackie of All Trades. Marilyn of None™.” It's Amanda Lauren is my home to write freely about all the things I love, whether it’s style, beauty or my obsession with décor.

I’ve followed Caroline Brandt on socials for a while now and I love everything about her so I knew I had to bring her onto the show. She is well-rounded with many talents and interests so we chat about everything from Tik-Tok to sports to organization tips. She shares a lot of insight with us so you’ll want to stick around for this one! 

Inside This Episode:

• A little bit about Caroline’s history with sports and how she started working with NBC
• The need for diversity in higher education
• What a typical day looks like for Caroline 
• How Coronavirus has impacted sports reporting 
• The evolution of social media 
• Caroline’s tips for staying organized and focused  
• How sports bring people together
• The competitive drive and loyalty of sports fans 
• Caroline’s opinion on media and COVID-19
• Some truths about networking
• And so much more! 

Links Mentioned:

 

Caroline on IG

Caroline on Twitter

 

Caroline’s Bio: 

Caroline Brandt is a 24-year-old, avid sports fan and social media-obsessed writer currently working as a Content Operations and Digital Desk Associate for NBC Sports Washington and 106.7 The Fan's "Sports Junkies." Born and raised in the Northern Virginia suburbs just outside Washington, D.C., Caroline has wanted to be a journalist her whole life and has been a D.C. sports fan since day one!