I’ve Got a Secret! with Robin McGraw

Chris Lowder is one of the world's most sought-after bar consultants and spirits educators, and he's sharing his knowledge! He's spilling the secrets he's learned from opening bars around the world- including giving us an insider's scoop on how Michelin Star restaurants train their staff. Chris gives the Secret Squad a low down on how to shop for tequila and vodka, and also how to taste it! Robin and Chris discuss how drinking cultures differ around the world, and how this affects the dining experience. Chris will blow your mind by talking about how some of our most-loved fast food chains look unrecognizable in different countries! This is a fun, fascinating conversation that will have you looking at your cocktails a little bit differently. Our Drink of The Day is Chris' twist on an Old Fashioned, inspired by his recent trip to Oaxaca!

Episode Resources:

Chris on IG: https://www.instagram.com/getlowdernow

Chris on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@getlowdernow

Lowder-Tascarella Hospitality: https://www.lt-hospitality.com/

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Dr. Sheila Nazarian is an expert at all things rejuvenation! The Netflix star, plastic surgeon, and entrepreneur stops by to give us a crash course on non-invasive laser treatments! Dr. Nazarian has over 30 lasers in her Med Spa, which all treat the skin differently. Sagging, hyperpigmentation, age spots, sun damage, and fine lines are all on the list of things that lasers can zap away. Learn about this advanced technology, as well as skin secrets to practice in-between sessions! More info at www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com

Episode Resources:

Spa26: https://spa26.com/

Nazarian plastic surgery: https://nazarianplasticsurgery.com/

Dr. Nazarian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsheilanazarian/

The Skin Spot: https://theskinspot.com/

Skin Decision: Before and After: https://www.instagram.com/skindecisionnetflix/

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The workplace post-Covid is a totally different place: remote work, quiet quitting, Zoom meetings... let's humanize it! Business strategist, best-selling author, and renowned speaker Erica Keswin stops by to give her tips to employers and employees for a better work environment (and more productivity!). Erica talks about her favorite on-boarding strategies to keep employees for longer, and speaks to how companies can keep their employees more motivated and inspired. She discusses the importance of only setting meetings that have a clear purpose, having social and collaborative in-office days, and the need to disconnect in order to reconnect. This is a great episode for anyone who manages others, as well as anyone who is evaluating the type of workplace that they want to work in. A fun celebrity game at the end!

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Living above your means is a recipe for disaster, but so is living below them! Ramit Sethi, Financial Advisor and NYT Best-Selling Author, gives the Secret Squad practical tips on how to live your fullest, richest life... without being stingy! Ramit talks about his Money Dial theory, identifying what you LOVE to spend your money on and never apologizing for it. He challenges everyone to stop asking $3 questions (like what size coffee you want) and to start asking $30K questions (like what your savings rate is). Robin and Ramit talk about how important tipping is to both of them, and why giving a little bit extra is one of the best uses of their money. Ramit wants everyone to feel empowered and excited by money, not scared of it! Do the ending money exercise with Robin and Ramit to get a better understanding of your own habits, pulled straight out of Ramit's workbook.

More info at https://www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com

Episode Resources:

Ramit on social: www.instagram.com/ramit/?hl=en

Ramit's website: www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/

Ramit's new workbook: www.amazon.com/Will-Teach-You-Be-Rich/dp/1523516879

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We’re talking about all of the taboo topics: prenups, divorce, and custody. But we’ll also talk about confidence, empathy, and raising empowered children! Family Law Attorney Sabrina Shaheen Cronin stops by to give us the legal lowdown on how to protect yourself in marriage, and how to fight for yourself in divorce. Robin and Sabrina talk about the difference between a prenup and postnup, invalid prenups, and why it shouldn't be a taboo subject! Sabrina gets into how to tell your children you're getting a divorce, how to make them feel comfortable through change, and how to talk to them about dating again. She also gives her best tips for getting back on your feet after divorce! More info at www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com

Episode Assets:

Sabrina on IG: www.instagram.com/sabrinashaheencronin

Sabrina's Website: www.sabrinashaheen.com

Cronin Law Firm: www.croninlawfirm.com

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Kelsey Koehler mistakenly joined a cult in her 20's that dictated her workout regime, clothing choices, career, and even arranged a marriage for her. She used education and passion to get herself out of this situation, becoming financially independent and eventually starting her own Functional Medicine company, ProFit! Her story of resilience is one that you HAVE to hear! Robin and Kelsey also go into detail about Functional Medicine, and how finding the correct doctor is CRUCIAL in your journey to having better health. Kelsey explains how Functional Medicine addresses the "why" instead of the "what," and how she cured her Hashimoto's Disease without using medication! 

Ka'Chava: www.kachava.com

Nutrafol: www.nutrafol.com/

Women's Meditation Network: https://linktr.ee/womensmeditationnetwork

Episode Resources:

Kelsey on IG: www.instagram.com/kelsey_koehler

Pro Fit: https://profithpm.com/

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EmRata, aka Emily Ratajkowski. Maybe you know her from my work as an actress or model, or maybe you’ve read her bestselling book, My Body. She is interested in marrying everything high and low brow by talking pop culture and happenings that may seem frivolous in a way that raises big questions. On this podcast, she talks about everything from politics, philosophy, and feminism to sex, TikTok and relationships. Every Tuesday, EmRata will host intimate conversations with special guests, including celebs, incredible authors, close friends, and people I admire. In the week’s second episode, she talks about whatever’s happening in the world and what it’s making her think about, including anecdotes, personal opinions and, ideally, some thought provoking questions. Finally, you can subscribe to a third exclusive episode each week where you get to be part of the show. She goes through your comments and answer your DMs. EmRata's hope is that this series will be a place where you can come to have fun and take part in thoughtful discourse. High Low with EmRata is a Sony Music Entertainment, Somethin' Else, and Bitch Era Media production. 

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World-renowned floral designer Eric Buterbaugh, known as “The Florist to the Stars” and “The King of Roses,” designs opulent arrangements for A-listers, elite fashion houses, and luminaries around the world! He's also Robin's favorite florist! He stops by the studio to talk about how he ended up in the world of florals (it was an accident), and how he made his mark on the industry. Robin and Eric discuss manifesting the life you want, and how important visualization and dreaming are for your goals. Our drink of the game is a GORGEOUS gin cocktail covered in flowers, and our Would You Rather game will have you giggling! www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com

Episode Resources:

Eric on IG: www.instagram.com/ericbuterbaugh

Eric Buterbaugh Website: ericbuterbaugh.com/

Women's Meditation Network: https://linktr.ee/womensmeditationnetwork

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Dr. Uma Naidoo is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist, a chef graduating with her culinary school’s most coveted award, and a trained Nutrition Specialist. And on top of all of this, she’s a best-selling Author, penning “This is Your Brain on Food: An Indispensable Guide to the Surprising Foods that Fight Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and More." She's talking to us about how to eat for optimal mental and physical health, healing issues you didn’t even know were related to your diet! Dr. Naidoo and Robin discuss how important it is to pay attention to what you eat, and how it makes you feel. Dr. Naidoo explains the gut-to-brain connection, and why some foods can lead to depression, stress, and anxiety. Our game at the end of the episode will make you realize how inexpensive it can be to eat heathy! 

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Candace Nelson, Co-Founder of Sprinkles Cupcakes and Pizzana, reinvented the cupcake... and she's going to tell us her recipe for sweet success! Candace recounts how she quit her investment banking job to start the world's first cupcake shop, and why nobody thought something like that could succeed (especially during the low-carb craze!). She gives us a lesson in creating a brand versus a product, how to price yourself in a competitive market, and why betting on yourself isn't as hard as it sounds. She also describes how she knew it was time to move onto her next big idea, and Robin and Candace chat about pizza, television, and investing! This is one of our sweetest episodes yet! More info at www.ivegotasecretwithrobinmcgraw.com

Episode Resources:

Candace on IG: www.instagram.com/candacenelson

Candace's Book: www.candace-nelson.com/sweet-success

Candace's Website: www.candace-nelson.com

Sprinkles Cupcakes: www.sprinkles.com

Pizzana: www.pizzana.com

Best in Dough: https://www.hulu.com/series/best-in-dough

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