Welcome back!! We are BUZZING with excitement and completely obsessed with all your amazing feedback since our launch. Today’s episode is packed with drama, inspiration, and plenty of laughs – and I can’t wait for you to hear it!

This week, I’m joined by the endlessly talented interior design consultant and stylist Darwin Fitz. From dodging veterinary school to becoming a landscape design star and now a sought-after stylist, Darwin’s unexpected career twists will leave you inspired and ready to embrace your own unique path in the industry.

And then - hold onto your tape measures - because this week’s listener confessions are next-level outrageous! In “The Mouse Mansion,” revolting rodents, a tyrannical boat captain (yes, really), and unhinged house rules combine for one designer’s nightmare project. And in “The Case of the Swapped Marble,” a $50,000 blunder takes an unbelievable turn, proving that sometimes the universe really does work in mysterious ways…

But it’s not all chaos and confessions. We’re also digging into practical advice, from surviving life after a company acquisition to balancing clients with wildly clashing tastes. Plus, the tiny joys that keep us sane (and stylish) in this whirlwind industry.

This episode has everything: drama, wisdom, and plenty of tea to spill. Don’t miss it! And keep those messages coming—we’re LOVING building this incredible community with you. 💕

What to Expect This Episode:

• Darwin Fitz spills all – the exciting and unexpected path to success
• The Mouse Mansion – bizarre rules, revolting surprises, and a house manager you won’t believe
• The Marble Mishap – a jaw-dropping $50K disaster with an unexpected twist
• Industry Survival Tips – managing acquisitions and clients with wildly clashing tastes
• Little Joys, Big Wins – what keeps us sane in a hectic industry

Find out more about Darwin Fitz:

• Visit Darwin’s website: darwinfitzdesign.com
• Follow Darwin on Instagram: @darwin.fitz
• Request Darwin’s portfolio by emailing [email protected]

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Credits: 

• Caroline Turner - Host & Executive Producer
• Morgan Purcell - Executive Producer
• Megan Bay Dorman - Producer & Consultant
• Cory Barton - Audio Engineer & Editor
• Kim Kovacik - Cover Photography