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In this inspiring episode, Ashley sits down with Sam Bail, founder of The Third Place Bar—a revolutionary alcohol-free pop-up redefining what social life can look like in New York City.

Sam opens up about her personal journey of reimagining connection, community, and fun without alcohol. From her beginnings in Germany to building inclusive spaces for genuine human connection, Sam shares how her curiosity led her to question societal norms around drinking and belonging.

Together, Ashley and Sam dive deep into what it truly means to feel connected, the courage it takes to create alternative paths, and how sobriety can become a doorway to deeper authenticity and joy.

This episode is an invitation to look beyond old narratives, to ask what connection really means, and to explore how living consciously can transform the way we gather, celebrate, and build community.

✨In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• How Sam redefined fun and connection through sobriety
• What inspired the creation of The Third Place Bar and its mission
• The hidden ways alcohol shapes our sense of belonging and confidence
• How to build inclusive communities that celebrate authenticity
• The power of curiosity and creativity in social transformation
• Why sober connection can be more alive, real, and freeing than ever

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• The Third Place Bar: @thirdplacebarnyc

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In this raw and heartfelt solo episode, Ashley opens up about her biggest lessons from the past year—healing from burnout, learning to rest, rebuilding her relationship with money, and stepping into a more sustainable way of living and creating.

She shares how slowing down revealed deeper truths about purpose, productivity, and self-worth, and how the Life Curious Women community continues to evolve—with new team members, creative collaborations, and an upcoming retreat in India.

This is an invitation to honor your own season, to redefine success, and to trust the quiet rebuilding that happens behind the scenes.

✨In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• How to rebuild your energy after chronic stress and burnout

• The truth about redefining productivity and embracing rest

• Ashley’s money mindset journey and how she paid off debt

• Lessons from hosting retreats, managing creative growth, and setting boundaries

• Why slowing down can lead to deeper clarity and expansion

• What’s next for Life Curious Women and how you can be part of it

✨Mentioned in this episode:

• The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron

• To Be Magnetic Manifestation Program

• You are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero

• Life Curious Women Retreat in India – March

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In the season 4 finale of Life Curious Women, our host Ashley turns the mic on herself in a vulnerable and empowering solo episode. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing that growth is not linear, discussing the various seasons of life and how they impact personal development. Ashley encourages listeners to honor their current season, whether it be fast-paced, slow, or messy, and to embrace the renewal that comes with spring. 

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• How to embrace the "messy middle" of your personal journey

• What it means to live a Life Curious life

• How Ashley rebuilt self-trust after burnout and heartbreak

• Why evolving in public is uncomfortable—but worth it

• The importance of taking messy action even before you feel “ready”

• A sneak peek into what's coming next for Life Curious Women

  
  

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In the final episode of the Life Curious Women ADHD series, host Ashley Nadine Lopez wraps up a transformative conversation about what it really means to build a life that works with your ADHD brain—not against it.

Ashley reflects on her personal journey with ADHD, entrepreneurship, creativity, and the mindset shifts that have helped her thrive without following traditional paths. This episode is both a love letter to women with ADHD and an empowering guide for anyone who’s tired of trying to "keep up" with systems that were never built for them.

✨ In this episode, Ashley dives into:

• Why ADHD minds thrive in passion-driven work

• How to rethink “success” when your brain works differently

• Navigating imposter syndrome as a creative or entrepreneur

• How burnout cycles and hyperfocus impact work-life balance

• Building structure with flexibility for sustainable success

• Mindset shifts that help you persist, not just “be consistent”

• A reminder: You’re not behind. You’re building your own path.

🎧 Listen now to feel seen, empowered, and inspired to create your own unconventional, purpose-driven life.

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In part 3 of the ADHD series of Life Curious Women, host Ashley Nadine Lopez breaks down the truth about productivity and ADHD—why the advice we’ve always heard (just be consistent, stick to a routine, use a planner) doesn’t actually work for neurodivergent minds, and what we can do instead.

Ashley gets personal about how ADHD has shaped her career, her creativity, and her relationship with rest and burnout. Whether you're a multi-passionate entrepreneur, a high-achiever who feels behind, or someone trying to build a life that fits your brain, this episode will give you the tools and perspective shifts you need.

✨ In this episode, we explore:

• Why ADHD brains thrive in passion-driven work

• How to shift from consistency to persistence

• Time blindness, burnout, and productivity hangovers

• How to create sustainable, flexible systems for ADHD minds

• Mindset shifts that can help you build a life that actually works for you

  
  

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In Part 2 of the ADHD series, host Ashley Nadine Lopez unpacks what ADHD really looks like—especially for women. From executive dysfunction and time blindness to emotional dysregulation and masking, this episode is both eye-opening and validating.

Ashley shares her own experience navigating ADHD and offers real-life examples, mindset shifts, and practical tools that will resonate whether you’ve been diagnosed or are just starting to wonder. This episode isn’t just for women with ADHD—it’s for anyone who wants to better understand the inner world of those who live with it.

🎧 You’ll learn:

• Why ADHD often goes undiagnosed or misdiagnosed in women

• What executive dysfunction actually looks like in everyday life

• How dopamine, motivation, and shame are connected

• The truth about time blindness and working memory

• How Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) intensifies emotional experiences

• Tools Ashley uses to support her ADHD brain (planners, body doubling, alarms + more)

• Why you are not lazy, broken, or “bad at life”—and how to work with your brain, not against it

This episode is part 2 of the Life Curious Women ADHD series.
Listen now and feel seen, supported, and a little more empowered.

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Welcome to our very first podcast series on Life Curious Women! Host Ashley kicks off this four-part journey focused on ADHD in women — exploring how to build a life that works for you, instead of against you. Whether you’ve been diagnosed, suspect you’re neurodivergent, or love someone with ADHD, this series has something for everyone.

In this first episode, Ashley shares the inspiration behind the series. She discusses the importance of understanding ADHD, the emotional struggles associated with it, and the need for community support. Ashley emphasizes the significance of self-acceptance and grace in navigating life with ADHD, aiming to help others feel seen and understood.

✨ You’ll hear about:

• How Ashley is redefining productivity and purpose with ADHD in mind

• Real talk about burnout, rest, and self-compassion

• What it means to live a full, multi-passionate life while staying grounded

• Exciting updates on the Life Curious Women retreat, merch, and upcoming events

Whether you're neurodivergent or just curious about how to create a life rooted in purpose and flexibility, you’ll find validation, tools, and inspiration in this series.

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In this episode of the Life Curious Women podcast, Ashley reflects on her transformative experience at the first-ever Life Curious Women connection to purpose retreat in Guatemala. She shares insights into the planning process, the challenges she faced, and the powerful moments that unfolded during the retreat. The episode emphasizes the importance of community, personal growth, and the magic that happens when women come together to support each other. Ashley also discusses her renewed passion for leading future retreats and the impact of investing in oneself.

You'll hear about:

• The fears and doubts I had leading up to it

• The unexpected lessons and moments that moved me

• How I balanced being both a facilitator and a participant

• The transformations I witnessed in myself and others

• The biggest surprises and takeaways from this experience

• What’s next—and how you can be part of the next retreat! (Join the waitlist: 2026 Retreat)

If you’ve ever thought about attending a retreat or hosting your own, this episode is a must-listen. Come along as I reflect on this life-changing journey!

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In this special episode of Life Curious Women, host Ashley Nadine Lopez takes you inside the Connection to Purpose Retreat with a unique, never-before-heard format. You’ll hear directly from the incredible women who attended—before and after the retreat—as they share their expectations, their personal breakthroughs, and the unexpected moments that changed them.

This episode captures the raw, unfiltered transformation that happens when women come together in a space designed for growth, self-discovery, and deep connection.

✨ Listen in to hear:

• What these women hoped to gain from the retreat—and what they actually took home

• The unexpected challenges and powerful breakthroughs they experienced

• How this retreat changed their perspective on themselves, their relationships, and their future

• Their advice to YOU if you’re considering joining the next retreat

If you’ve ever felt the pull to step away from your daily routine, immerse yourself in a new environment, and experience growth in community, this episode is for you.

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We are on our Connection to Purpose retreat in Guatemala! This is a recap of our final day 😭 hiking a live volcano and our final dinner!

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