Ep. #44 Recently, I feel as though I cracked the code to building confidence in myself - through embarrassment! It’s really a similar notion to “feel the fear and do it anyways.” By getting outside of our comfort zone and looking for ways to do things that may feel embarrassing to us in the moment, there is usually confidence on the other side of it. How can we expect to grow when we are staying where we are comfortable? This week, I challenge you to write down what embarrasses you and why AND to do at least one thing that embarrasses you. From now until the end of the year, I will be challenging myself to be embarrassed more often!

POP! Of Culture: 

• Where TF is Kate Middleton?
• Caitlyn Jenner & Lamar Odom’s new sports podcast 
• Cara Delevingne’s house fire
• Chelsea & Jimmy - Love is Blind
• Brittany & Jax split 
• Palm Royale this week on Apple TV

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Ep. #43 Today, my cousin Erinn joins me on the podcast! Being born in Colombia adopted into a big Irish family and growing up in Maine, Erinn has such a unique perspective on the world. She was the cool cousin I looked up to. I wanted to look like her, dress like her, act like her. I admired her in every way. She still inspires me so much with her ability to adapt to any situation, not settle for anything less than she deserves, pursue her passions, and have an open mind.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What it was like growing up as a Colombian in Maine and how that impacted her ability to adapt in all situations
• Growing up in a multicultural family 
• Embracing your differences and using them as strengths 
• Finding your chosen family 
• Getting married early and starting over after divorce
• Finding the beauty in change 
• Forgiveness in relationships and learning to forgive yourself 
• Trusting your gut in following your passions and interests

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Ep. #42 Doing things alone is empowering. In this episode, I discuss my journey to loving myself more and being comfortable being alone. I used to be very uncomfortable with downtime and being by myself. Over time I’ve grown and come to a place where I really enjoy spending time with myself. I like my own company and I would rather spend time with myself than with people who don’t lift my spirits. We chat through how to love yourself more, the journey to becoming comfortable alone and of course…we do a little POP! Of Culture.

In this episode:

• Weaning off of constant social activity
• Facing the fear of being alone
• Getting ok with being by yourself 
• Prioritizing your relationship with yourself - whether you’re single or not
• Learning to enjoy your own company 
• Taking yourself on dates



POP! Of Culture

• Kristin Cavallari is dating a 24 year old! 
• Wendy Williams documentary 
• Lala kent is pregnant via donor!
• West from Summer House is a HIT
• Started Real Housewives of Miami 

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Ep. #41 Have you been doubting yourself or feeling a bit like you’re in a flop era? Don’t worry - it can still be an amazing year. In today’s episode, we chat about finding ways to pursue the things you’re passionate about in a way that’s authentic to you. We also discuss managing a 5 to 9 or a “side hustle with your 9 to 5 job. There may also be a pep talk from me included. ;) 

Reminder: you don’t have to be perfect. You just have to be consistent. Enjoy! 

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Ep. #40 Happy Valentine’s Day! In this Valentine’s Day episode, we are talking all things love & relationships. We focus a lot on romantic relationships, but how much effort do we put into also forming a relationship with ourselves? I may not be a “relationship expert” (I mean, who really is??), but I do serve as the advice giver for a lot of my friends when it comes to relationships. And what better day to talk about relationships than Valentine’s Day?!?

Whether you’re in a relationship or not, this episode is for you. 

Topics Discussed:

• My relationship history
• Grieving past relationships 
• Dating stories
• View on “soul mates” (spoiler: I don’t think only one exists)
• Self love & prioritizing a relationship with yourself
• Long term relationships take work
• Comparison
• Being comfortable with being single
• Advice for people who are single 
• Sharing values with your partner

Single or not, I hope you always choose to make your relationship with yourself a priority! Do something for yourself today - ily! HVD!

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Ep. #39 After an unintentional two week hiatus due to being sick and being forced to rest, I am sharing an update on life and inspiring you to take the rest you need. Sometimes your body tells you exactly what you need it to do. After all, you can’t pour from an empty cup. Sometimes a little downtime is exactly what you need to catapult you in the right direction. 

Topics Discussed: 

• Importance of rest
• Tuning into your creativity
• Callum Turner and Dua Lipa
• Austin butler voice
• Grammy's 
• Superbowl

POP! Of Culture: 

What I watched recently: 

• Feud: Capote vs The Swans (Hulu)
• Masters of the Air (Apple TV)
• Foe (Amazon Prime Video)
• My Policeman (Amazon Prime Video)
• The Only Living Boy in New York (Amazon Prime Video)
• Oppenheimer
• Boy Swallows Universe (Netflix)
• Call Me By Your Name (Netflix)
• Anyone But You

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Ep. #38 I’m finally telling the story of how my first business “failed.” I use quotes because I have learned that failure is only failure if you choose to let it hold you back. Failure is part of the process and only failure if you choose to not learn and grow from it. 

• Career / job journey 
• Losing passion in a job
• Taking care of my mental health 
• Developing a strict routine
• Starting an online community and launching a business
• Taking a risk by moving states
• Quitting my corporate job without a “backup plan”
• Going in and out of debt
• Learning to pivot
• Going back to corporate 

This used to feel really weird and vulnerable for me. But now, it just feels like something that was a part of my journey. It helped me learn so much about myself and what I really want in life. Thanks for listening!!!

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Ep. #37 Happy first full week of the year! Today we discuss the Golden Globes (lots of interesting moments). 

Book Recommendations: 

• Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing: A Memoir by Matthew Perry 
• The Woman in Me by Britney Spears
• Paris: The Memoir by Paris Hilton

What to watch:

• The Morning Show (Apple TV)
• Black Bird (Apple TV)
• My Life With the Walter Boys (Netflix)
• The Last Thing He Told Me (Apple TV)

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Ep. #36 In this solo Q&A, we chat about trends forecasted for the new year in social media and pop culture, 2024 goals and wellness plans. What’s in store for 2024 culturally, what’s inspiring me and advice for people wanting to make a big change in the new year. 

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Ep. #35 In this episode, we reflect on how the year 2023 went with the theme of “embracing discomfort and leaning into uncertainty.” I also share my goals, ins and outs for 2024 and my theme for next year (which I personally think is a better way of staying accountable). I hope this offers you some inspiration.  Thank you for listening this year! Can’t wait for what this next year has to bring. 

Theme of 2024: Be unapologetic  

Mantra: “I will not abandon myself’

• Finances
• Be less naggy (lol)
• Let shit go
• SAY NO
• Focus less on being right 
• Do more shit scares you
• Recognize comfort zone vs when rest is needed

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