Mentally A Badass

Becoming a mom can feel isolating in ways no one talks about.

Alli Kushner shares her postpartum experience and opens up about how hard it can be to make friends after motherhood. A real, honest conversation for moms who love their kids but miss feeling connected.

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In this episode, I sit down with psychologist and author Betsy Holmberg, who specializes in negative self-talk and the powerful role it plays in our lives. Betsy opens up about her own divorce, sharing how she felt emotionally blinded in her marriage and what it took to finally see the truth clearly.

We dive into how negative self-talk can keep us stuck in unhealthy patterns, why it’s often so hard to recognize in the moment, and how it quietly shapes our decisions, relationships, and self-worth. Betsy also gives practical tools to help identify negative self-talk and begin replacing it with a more compassionate, honest inner voice.

This conversation is raw, insightful, and empowering—especially for anyone navigating heartbreak, healing, or learning how to trust themselves again.

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In this episode, I sit down with Barrett Young to have an honest conversation about identity, success, and the rarely discussed reality of returning to employee life after entrepreneurship. Barrett opens up about building a successful business, the obstacles that ultimately led him to step away, and the internal struggle of redefining who you are when your title changes.

We talk about ego, burnout, financial pressure, and the quiet courage it takes to choose stability over hustle. This episode is a reminder that going back to being an employee is not a failure — it’s a strategic, valid, and sometimes necessary chapter in your journey.

If you’ve ever questioned your path, felt shame around “starting over,” or wondered what success really looks like beyond entrepreneurship, this conversation is for you.

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https://www.youtube.com/@gwcpas/videos

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In this episode, I sit down with Amanda Paolicelli, the creator of Dare to Be Iconic, to talk about the breakup that shattered her—and ultimately shaped her into the woman she is today. Amanda opens up about trauma, healing, self-worth, and how she turned pain into purpose.
We dive deep into confidence, empowerment, and what it really means to become “iconic” as a woman rebuilding her life. This one is raw, honest, and powerful.

Listen to Dare To Be Iconic:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dare-to-be-iconic/id1731898995

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In this powerful episode, Tanya Kach shares the shocking story of how she was groomed, manipulated, and ultimately held captive for 10 years by her middle school security guard. Locked upstairs and hidden from the world, Tanya endured a decade of fear, isolation, and control before finally finding the courage to escape.

We dive deep into:

• How the grooming began at school
• The moment she was taken and hidden
• What daily life in captivity was like
• The psychological manipulation that kept her silent
• The moment everything changed
• How she rebuilt her life after freedom

Tanya’s story is heartbreaking, inspiring, and a reminder of the strength survivors carry.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in true crime, survivor stories, and the resilience of the human spirit.

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Danielle Young was only 18 when she met a man who seemed charming — but turned out to be a complete loser who preyed on her innocence and controlled her every move. What started as attention quickly became abuse, manipulation, and emotional destruction.

In this powerful conversation, Danielle opens up about how she survived years of mistreatment, found the courage to leave, and began rebuilding her life. Today, she’s not just surviving — she’s thriving.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever ignored the red flags or doubted their own strength.

Trigger warning: This episode discusses domestic violence and emotional abuse.

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https://inspiredactionwellness.com/

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Motherhood isn’t always picture-perfect — and in this episode, Kayce Hodos gets real about what moms actually go through. We discuss mental health, self-care, and honest motherhood advice without the sugar-coating. Tune in for a refreshing, relatable chat every mom needs to hear.

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Larry Bograd shares his story of losing his father to suicide and the deep grief that followed. He reflects on how hard it was to mourn in a time when no one talked about mental health or suicide. Through his journey, Larry reveals what it means to heal from a loss that once had no voice.

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The trauma of the Holocaust didn’t end with liberation — it lived on in families, memories, and silence. Willie Handler shares how growing up as the child of Holocaust survivors shaped his sense of self and mental health. Together, we talk about inherited pain, the invisible weight of survival, and how healing begins with speaking the truth.

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https://williehandler.com/

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Ever feel like your brain just won’t cooperate? Dopamine expert Andy West joins me to talk about how to reset your brain’s motivation system. She shares easy, realistic ways to boost dopamine and find your flow again—especially if ADHD makes it feel like an uphill battle.

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https://dopaminemountain.com/

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