Inner Childish

Alexa Jay is a confident curve model who radiates self-love, but she’s had to overcome a lot to get to this place. Today Vic and Alexa are getting real about body image, mental health and the grief process. Alexa shares how she rebuilt her confidence and self-worth after a toxic, abusive relationship in college, which led to an eating disorder. Vic and Alexa relate on so many things; from being athletes feeling pressured to look a certain way, to the unhealthy patterns diet culture perpetuates – and how far they’ve come in their journeys back to self love. They also talk about Alexa’s recent loss and the lessons grief teaches us about ourselves and what’s really important. No girl chat has ever gone deeper! Tune in to feel the power of girlhood, understand where true confidence comes from and reignite your own self-love.

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Have you ever wished you could call Vic and pick her brain about how to be successful in your chosen career path? Well, here’s your chance! In this episode, Vic is sharing her high level business and career advice mixed with tangible takeaways. These six tips are the things that have helped her build connections, cultivate a growth mindset, and be successful in her own career. They will help you feel confident as you seek out new opportunities, figure out what you want to do or start taking steps towards your goals! Think of them as the extra whipped cream and cherry on top to help you stand out. If you enjoy this episode, send Vic a DM @victoriabrowne with your favorite tip and you could be chosen to receive a voice note back from her with personalized advice for your situation! Now’s the time to go and make shit happen.

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Tanner Smith from Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum has captured hearts & spread so much joy simply by living authentically. In this week’s ep Vic sits down with his mom Nicci to talk about their family’s journey supporting Tanner through his autism diagnosis, providing insight and encouragement for other special needs parents. She shares the beautiful life lessons Tanner has taught them, their main goal for going on Love on the Spectrum and how he’s handled all the attention since the show aired. Plus, Tanner makes a special guest appearance to share his advice for finding your purpose. Tanner, Nicci and their whole family are an inspiration, and you’re going to love the heart-warming and encouraging messages in this episode!

Follow Tanner on TikTok & Instagram: @tannerwiththe_tism

Follow Nicci on TikTok: @nicci_tannersmom and Instagram: @nicci_smith6

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In this heart-to-heart episode, Victoria is finally ready to open up about her recent body image struggles. As she's hinted at through her Instagram stories over the past few months, she’s been struggling more than she ever has since having her binge eating disorder. Because Real Pod is all about getting real, even though things might not always be pretty or inspiring, she’s sharing how she’s been feeling about her body in the most honest way possible, recognizing the fears and patterns she slipped back into. Finding comfort in knowing she’s not alone, she’s ready to share why this all started and how she’s working through it. Thank you for listening and holding space for the imperfect and important conversations! Let this be a reminder to hold on to self-acceptance, self-love, and peace. P.S. If you think this conversation could interfere with your process or mental health progress, feel free to save it for another time.

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Color theory has become a crucial part of Vic’s personal style recently, so she invited Julia Dobkine, a certified image consultant, style coach, color enthusiast and founder of Agile Styling, to talk all about embracing and having fun with your unique color palette! Julia shares why color is foundational to your personal style, the history of color theory and how to integrate your perfect color palette into your wardrobe. Victoria shares her own journey learning how to embrace her color palette as a cool summer, and how it’s helped her build confidence and originality in her style choices! They talk about the allure of trends and how to stay true to yourself, why you shouldn’t do your own color analysis, and why it’s so worthwhile to work with a professional. If you’re looking to define your personal style, feel more confident and have fun getting dressed, this episode will inspire you to explore color theory! Plus, Julia generously provided a code for Real Pod listeners. Use code VICTORIA10 for a 10% discount on all virtual or digital products!

Instagram: @agile_styling

Website: www.agilestyling.com

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Strap in, because in this solo episode Victoria’s sharing how she’s managing her chaotic schedule, protecting her time, sticking to her 2024 goals, and finding peace within it all. She talks about her non-profit The Hidden Opponent's recent workshop in collaboration with Adidas, and how her identity as a former D1 athlete has evolved. She openly shares how she and Max are working through the no-phone-in-bed policy, and how she’s feeling about her unexpectedly thriving social life. Saving the best for last, she shares two profound learnings that have helped her protect her peace! Tune in to hear about what’s been on Vic’s mind lately, and her favorite practices for managing overwhelming seasons of life.

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Kaitlyn Bristowe is Vic’s idea of success; she’s an entrepreneur, content creator, podcaster, and truly one of the realest women on the internet. So, get ready for an instant mood boost! Vic and Kaitlyn really cover it all - from Kaitlyn’s new iconic bob, Botox and beauty standards to her successful career post reality TV and honest journey with mental health. Kaitlyn gives insight into how she navigates haters on social media, comparison and body dysmorphia, the woo-woo practices that help get her out of doomsday thoughts, where she struggles in relationships, and her thoughts on being a mom one day. Enter this high vibe, candid girl chat and be inspired by what can happen when you prioritize yourself and stay focused on your own happiness! Make sure to check out Victoria’s episode on Kaitlyn’s podcast, Off the Vine, if you love this one.

Instagram: @kaitlynbristowe

Podcast: Off the Vine

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How To Talk To Kids About Food, Preserve Their Natural Hunger Cues, & Avoid Passing Down Disordered Eating Habits w/ Children’s Nutritionist Jennifer Anderson

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Four flights, two stadiums, one magical weekend: Vic and Max are recapping the most wild experience traveling from LA to Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in Tokyo, Japan to the Super Bowl with Priceline! In this episode, Victoria and Max are dishing all about this once in a lifetime opportunity as a couple, and answering your most pressing questions like: How did this even come about? How did you handle the jet lag? Thoughts on Kelce shoving Andy Reid? Did you see Taylor at the Super Bowl? Vic shares some honest BTS of what it’s really like balancing these unbelievable experiences with posting content in real time. Plus, hear their overall impression of Japan, including their top food and sightseeing recommendations in Tokyo. If you were following along on IG all weekend, tune in to hear even more details from this unforgettable weekend!

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TW: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault.

While figure skater Gracie Gold was capturing America’s heart in the 2014 Sochi Olympics, her new not-so-fluffy sports memoir, Outofshapeworthlessloser, reveals that her life behind the scenes was more dark comedy than cookie cutter. Gracie has always been candid about her mental health struggles, which is why Vic has always been a big admirer of hers as a female athlete, and this episode is no exception. Gracie vulnerably reveals new details from her life, opening up about her father’s affair and addiction, surviving sexual assault, and being a “failed anorexic.” Gracie and Vic discuss the stigma women face around sexual assault, the pressures of competitive sports, navigating a culture and profession that glamorizes thinness and perfectionism, and you’ll hear Gracie’s plans for her future in ice skating! Tune in for all the details and check out Gracie’s memoir, the most interesting life story Vic has ever read, for a closer look into Gracie’s journey to finding peace and acceptance.

Read: Outofshapeworthlessloser: A Memoir of Figure Skating, F*cking Up, and Figuring It Out

Related Episode: Gracie Gold: Olympic Figure Skater On Overcoming An Eating Disorder, Depression, & Her Return To The Ice

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In this cozy, laid-back episode, Victoria dives into a spontaneous Q&A session with questions from her VIP broadcast channel on Instagram. As always, Vic keeps it real, addressing how she manages her overwhelming schedule and prioritizes her time, balances personal needs with relationships, the benefits of exposure therapy in confronting fear, and how to live in the present versus staying stuck in the past. Additionally, she gives advice on pursuing a career in social media, handling conversations about weight, and voices her opinion on the stigma around medication like Lexapro (sharing insight from her own personal experience). In this relatable and honest conversation, Vic shares personal stories and challenges along with actionable tips that will hopefully help you navigate what you’re going through. Thank you for submitting such thoughtful and sweet questions! Make sure to join Vic’s broadcast channel if you have a question for the next Q&A.

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