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What does it look like to raise good humans when you’re no longer following the rules you were raised with? Ashley Buckner joins me to talk about raising kids outside of religion, redefining what “good” actually means, mom guilt, trusting yourself, and giving our kids (and ourselves) the freedom to question what we’ve been taught.

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In this episode, I sit down with Beth from Quiet the Clock to talk about the invisible deadlines so many women carry; marriage, babies, fertility, all of it. From freezing her eggs at 37 to becoming a mom at 40 and 44, Beth’s story is a reminder that different doesn’t mean late. We talk about questioning the milestones we’ve been handed, holding onto what you know you want, and making peace with a path that may look nothing like the one you planned.

What happens when the dream stays the same, but the path to it changes completely?

Brandon Hill’s journey to fatherhood began with a plan to build a family with his husband, and ultimately led him to becoming a solo dad to Hudson. We talk surrogacy, an unexpected separation during pregnancy, waiting to learn if Hudson was biologically his, and what it means to redefine family when life looks nothing like you imagined.

A story about choosing the dream, even when you have to let go of the plan. 

Have you ever felt like you're behind?

Behind in your career.
Behind in love.
Behind in becoming the person you thought you'd be by now.

In this episode, I'm joined by Paula Mathias, author of Speak Up and The YES Method, for a conversation about reinvention, confidence, and finding the courage to stop waiting for permission. We explore why so many women make themselves smaller, how to overcome imposter syndrome, what it really means to "speak up," and why your next chapter doesn't require certainty, it simply requires one brave yes.

This episode is your reminder:

You're not behind.
You're becoming.

What if the relationship you've been searching for doesn't begin with finding the right person, but by becoming the right person and changing the relationship you have with yourself?

In this episode, I'm joined by Shea Fairbanks for a conversation about emotional safety, attachment, self-worth, and what healthy partnership actually looks like. We unpack why so many of us mistake anxiety for chemistry, what it means to create safety for one another, and why the healthiest relationships are built from wholeness rather than need.

If you've ever questioned your dating patterns, confused intensity with intimacy, or wondered what secure love actually feels like, this conversation is for you.

She's baaaack!

Have you ever wondered if the resistance you're feeling is actually trying to tell you something? In this episode, I reflect on the past year, the power of creating space instead of forcing outcomes, and why some of life's biggest disappointments may actually be making room for something even better.

Today marks 11 years since my dad died, and I’m sharing a short, personal episode. I talk about grief, the quiet ways life keeps moving, and how so much is unfolding for us behind the scenes, even when it doesn’t feel like it.

A few reminders I come back to often: don’t hold on too tightly, create space for what’s meant for you, forgive yourself, and forgive the people you love.

If you’re in a season of uncertainty, heaviness, or change, this is for you. Things can shift so quickly. And no feeling is final. 

We’re stepping into a new year and I don’t believe it’s asking us to rush, reinvent ourselves, or suddenly have it all figured out.

In this solo episode, I reflect on the shift from the Year of the Snake into the Year of the Horse, what it means to close a nine year cycle and begin a one year, and why this season is more about honest movement than big declarations.

We talk about the pressure we put on future dates, the belief that life starts after the next milestone, and how real growth actually happens in the present moment.

This is an invitation to enter the year gently. With awareness. With self trust. And without leaving yourself behind.

In this episode, I sit down with Laura Nave, a Single Mom by Choice and creator of the Choosing Chaos podcast, to talk about what happens when you stop waiting for life to look a certain way and start trusting yourself to build it anyway.

Laura shares how casual jokes about motherhood slowly turned into real curiosity, real research, and eventually a brave, intentional decision to pursue motherhood on her own. We talk about the moment that changed everything, the realities of fertility journeys, and why there’s no “wrong” path, only the one that feels aligned.

This conversation is about redefining family, releasing timelines, and remembering that love, support, and abundance don’t come in just one form. If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re “behind,” wondered if your life still gets to be full, or needed permission to trust your own timing, this episode is for you.

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In this episode, certified dog trainer and behaviorist April Jantz breaks down the myths, mistakes, and mindset shifts every dog owner needs to hear. From why your dog is way smarter than you think… to how your own confidence (or lack of it) trains your dog more than any command… to the surprising ways we accidentally reinforce fear and misbehavior, this conversation will change how you relate to your furry soulmate forever.

April shares:
✨ Why dog training is way easier than most people believe
✨ How your energy, confidence, and mindset shape your dog’s behavior
✨ What 3-year-olds taught her about canine intelligence (hint: dogs win)
✨ The biggest mistake owners make when comforting fear
✨ How to build a bond rooted in trust, leadership, and emotional regulation

Whether you're raising a brand-new puppy, trying to unlearn bad habits with your reactive adult dog, or you just want to understand your pet on a deeper, almost spiritual level, this episode is warm, wise, and wildly empowering.

Perfect for dog parents, behavior nerds, and anyone who wants to strengthen their connection with their four-legged soulmate.

Connect with April here: Scotch Pines Dog Training

The Red Nail Energy Podcast is proudly sponsored by Bees Knees Wellness
Use code RNE15 to save 15% off your first order.

The Red Nail Energy Podcast is proudly sponsored by Kono Nutrition
Use code RNE10 for 10% off your first order