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#656: Today, we're sitting down with Bert Kreischer, stand-up comedian, podcaster, reality television host, and actor. In 1997, he was featured in an article in Rolling Stone while attending Florida State University. The magazine named Kreischer 'the top partier at the Number One Party School in the country.' The article also served as inspiration for the 2002 film National Lampoon's Van Wilder. We're sitting down with Bert today to discuss his lengthy career in comedy, how he gets creative with his marketing tactics, and how to strategically run a comedy business. He also dives into his relationships and gives listeners tips on maintaining a loyal and loving relationship, how to know who your friends are, and how to enjoy your life as it comes. To connect with Bert Kreischer click HERE To connect with Lauryn Evarts Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE To subscribe to our YouTube Page click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To Call the Him & Her Hotline call: 1-833-SKINNYS (754-6697) This episode is brought to you by The Skinny Confidential This episode is brought to you by The Farmer's Dog It's never been easier to invest in your dog's health with fresh food. Get 50% off your first box & free shipping by going to thefarmersdog.com/skinny This episode is brought to you by Armra ARMRA Colostrum strengthens immunity, ignites metabolism, fortifies gut health, activates hair growth and skin radiance, and powers fitness performance and recovery. Visit www.tryarmra.com and use code SKINNY at checkout for 15% off your first purchase.. This episode is brought to you by Hiya Health Hiya Health fill in the most common gaps in modern children's diet to provide full-body nourishment our kids need with a yummy taste they love. Go to hiyahealth.com/skinny to receive 50% off your first order. This episode is brought to you by Hatch Hatch taps into your circadian rhythm every morning with a gradual sunrise alarm that wakes you gently. Go to hatch.co/skinny and get $20 off and free expedited shipping on a Restore Alarm Clock. This episode is brought to you by the Clean Simple Eats Clean Simple Eats protein powder is non-GMO, gluten-free, 3rd party tested, always grass-fed and made with zero artificial ingredients. You can get 10% off your first order by using code SKINNY10 at checkout at cleansimpleeats.com . This episode is brought to you by Squarespace From websites and online stores to marketing tools and analytics, Squarespace is the all-in-one platform to build a beautiful online presence and run your business. Go to squarespace.com/skinny for a free trial & use code SKINNY for 10% off your first purchase of a website domain. Produced by Dear Media

655: Today Lauryn is sitting down solo to discuss how she plans to upgrade her 2024 and gives listeners a peek into the things she is changing and adding to her life. She goes over tips on how to set up your annual review, find the habits that aren't serving you, and replace them with habits to boost your productivity.

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654: Today, we're sitting down with Simon Huck and Phil Riportella, husbands, co-founders, and a power couple that own and invest in multiple businesses. We're having a conversation about their love story, how they met in New York City, and grew into partners. We delve into all things investing, co-founding and aligning on a business, and relationship maintenance. They also share tips on how to nourish a relationship when you have a partner who's the complete opposite of yourself and how to build separate habits that will ultimately bring you both together. To connect with Simon Huck click HERE To connect with Phil Riportella click HERE To connect with Lauryn Evarts Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE To subscribe to our YouTube Page click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To Call the Him & Her Hotline call: 1-833-SKINNYS (754-6697) This episode is brought to you by The Skinny Confidential Use code SKINNY for 20% off at lemmelive.com & snif.co This episode is brought to you by Kroma Use code SKINNY at kromawellness.com to get 15% off + free shipping on a 5 day reset This episode is brought to you by Nutrafol Nutrafol is the #1 dermatologist recommended hair growth supplement, clinically shown to improve your hair growth, thickness, and visible scalp coverage. Go to nutrafol.com and use code SKINNYHAIR to save $10 off your first month's subscription, plus free shipping. This episode is brought to you by Nerdwallet NerdWallet lets you compare top travel credit cards side-by-side to maximize your spending, some even offering 10X points on your spending. Visit nerdwallet.com to learn more. This episode is brought to you by Heineken 100% taste. 0% alcohol. Click HERE to purchase. Must be 21+ to buy. This episode is brought to you by Thrive Market Thrive Market is the go-to for all of your grocery and household essentials- and it's all conveniently delivered to your doorstep. Get 30% off your first order, plus a free $60 gift at thrivemarket.com/skinny or use code SKINNY at checkout. Produced by Dear Media

#653: Today, we're sitting down with Crystal Hefner, widow of Playboy founder Hugh Hefner and author of 'Only Say Good Things,' where she offers a raw and unflinching look at the objectification and misogyny of the Playboy mansion, her stolen young adulthood, and her journey to finding internal validation, while providing a rare look into the final days of one of the most influential men of the 20th century. Today, we're discussing her story and how she got involved with Playboy, and how she became a wife of the infamous Hugh Hefner. She delves into the treatment of the Playboy bunnies at the mansion, how she got along with the other playmates, and how she's healed since Hugh's death in 2018. To connect with Crystal Hefner click HERE To connect with Lauryn Evarts Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE To subscribe to our YouTube Page click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To Call the Him & Her Hotline call: 1-833-SKINNYS (754-6697) This episode is brought to you by The Skinny Confidential This episode is brought to you by Tecovas Tecovas are handmade from the most premium leathers. Visit tecovas.com and point your toes west. This episode is brought to you by Heineken 100% taste. 0% alcohol. Click HERE to purchase. Must be 21+ to buy. This episode is brought to you by Wild Grain Wild Grain is the first ever bake-from-frozen subscription box for sourdough breads, fresh pastas, and artisanal pastries. Get $30 off your first box at wildgrain.com/SKINNY This episode is brought to you by Harry's Don't settle for the status quo. Blaze your own trail with Harry's.Get started with a $13 trial set for just $3 at harrys.com/skinny

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#652: Today we're finally sitting down for a second time with our best friend of 20 years, Westin Mitchell. Westin is not only our best friend but co-creator of WOO More Play, a sexual wellness brand we conceptualized and built together back in 2018. If you've listened to us for a while, you know that WOO More Play is an organic sexual wellness brand that uses only natural ingredients. Today we cover emerging investment opportunities that investors at every level should have on their radar, what it takes to build an equity crowdfunding campaign, and marketing strategies that get your brand on the map. We even managed to get Westin in the hot seat for a few sex and relationship questions.

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#651: Kat Cole is the President and COO at Athletic Greens, the global health company that makes the all-in-one foundational nutrition supplement, AG1. AG1 is one of the fastest-growing nutrition brands in the world and is trusted and recommended by top thought leaders in longevity and health. Kat is known for modern leadership, vulnerability, leading iconic global brands, and constant reinvention. Her story is unique, given her start as a Hooters Hostess at 17, leading teams launching international operations for Hooters at 19, and becoming a VP by 26. Today, we're sitting down for a conversation on leadership, working your way up, and developing healthy habits to prepare you for success. We dive into Kat's story of how she worked her way up at Hooters, why she made the switch to AG1, and how to cultivate a trusting work culture for your employees. To connect with Kat Cole click HERE To connect with AG1 click HERE To connect with Lauryn Evarts Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE To subscribe to our YouTube Page click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To Call the Him & Her Hotline call: 1-833-SKINNYS (754-6697) This episode is brought to you by The Skinny Confidential & AG1 Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/skinny. That's drinkAG1.com/skinny. This episode is brought to you by A2 Nutrition A2 Platinum is formulated for tiny tummies as the grow and develop. Visit a2platinum.com/SKINNY to get 25% off your first purchase. This episode is brought to you by Caraway Ditch the chemicals with Caraway. Visit carawayhome.com/SKINNY to receive 10% off your next purchase. This episode is brought to you by Clean Simple Eats Clean Simple Eats is made with a high-ingredient standard & their protein powder is made with grass-fed whey and no artificial ingredients. Visit cleansimpleeats.com and use code SKINNY at checkout for 20% off your first order. This episode is brought to you by Heineken 100% taste. 0% alcohol. Click HERE to purchase. Must be 21+ to buy. Produced by Dear Media

#650: Today, we're sitting down with John Lawrence, author of the series 'Playing Doctor.' John attended Georgetown University where he told his career advisor that the only thing he did not want to be was a doctor. He subsequently survived medical school and residency training in Utah and practiced for over 20 years before transitioning to becoming a writer, where he shares his best and scariest moments from practicing. Today, we sit down for a conversation about all things medical school, what happens behind the scenes in hospitals, and how he transitioned to becoming a writer. He also puts on his white coat again and gives us a few tips on when you should take your children to the ER, why overprescribing pain meds has become such a large issue in the US, and gives us a peek into teaching hospitals and what you should know about them. To connect with John Lawrence click HERE To connect with Lauryn Evarts Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE To subscribe to our YouTube Page click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To Call the Him & Her Hotline call: 1-833-SKINNYS (754-6697) This episode is brought to you by The Skinny Confidential. This episode is brought to you by Primal Kitchen You can find Primal Kitchen products at Target, Walmart, or your local grocery store. Or go to PrimalKitchen.com and use code SKINNYPK for 20% off your entire order. This episode is brought to you by MWH As Melissa says herself, "Don't trust me, try me." Visit melissawoodhealth.com and use code SKINNY at checkout to get your first month free off your monthly membership. This episode is brought to you by Tecovas Tecovas are handmade from the most premium leathers. Visit tecovas.com and point your toes west. This episode is brought to you by Cymbiotika Cymbiotika is a health supplement company, designing sophisticated organic formulations that are scientifically proven to increase vitality and longevity by filling nutritional gaps that result from our modern day diet. Receive up to 15% off your purchase at cymbiotika.com/SKINNY This episode is brought to you by Heineken 100% taste. 0% alcohol. Click HERE to purchase. Must be 21+ to buy. This episode is brought to you by Vroom Find your next ride on vroom.com Produced by Dear Media

#649: Today Michael is solo on the mic to discuss what he believes people get backwards when it comes to life priorities. Michael breaks down how many people get confused on what their main priorities in life should be and how by confusing those priorities it can make life harder. Michael then discusses the order he belives individuals should consider to live a better life. To connect with Lauryn Evarts Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE To subscribe to our YouTube Page click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To Call the Him & Her Hotline call: 1-833-SKINNYS (754-6697) This episode is brought to you by The Skinny Confidential.

#648: Today, we're sitting down for a second time with Dr. Mike Gervais. Dr. Michael Gervais is a high-performance psychologist, author, and one of the world's leading experts on the relationship between the mind and human performance. Over the course of a 20-year career working with world-class performers and organizations, Dr. Gervais has developed a framework for the mental skills and practices that allow organizations, teams, and individuals to thrive in pressure-packed environments. He joins us today for a discussion on all things human behavior and performance. We discuss the core struggles the average person deals with, how to identify these in yourself, and the steps necessary to overcome these struggles. He also delves into how to unlearn past behavior, how to decide who should be in your inner circle, and re-learning how to trust your own instincts. To connect with Dr. Michael Gervais click HERE To connect with Lauryn Evarts Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE To subscribe to our YouTube Page click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To Call the Him & Her Hotline call: 1-833-SKINNYS (754-6697) This episode is brought to you by The Skinny Confidential. This episode is brought to you by Squarespace From websites and online stores to marketing tools and analytics, Squarespace is the all-in-one platform to build a beautiful online presence and run your business. Go to squarespace.com/skinny for a free trial & use code SKINNY for 10% off your first purchase of a website domain. This episode is brought to you by Just Thrive These days, stress seems to hit us from every possible angle in any environment at any time, day after day. Enter Just Calm - the breakthrough new stress and mood support formula from Just Thrive. Get 20% off a 90-day bottle of Just Thrive probiotic + Just Calm supplement at justthrivehealth.com with code SKINNY at checkout. This episode is brought to you by Vegamour Give your hair the power of the little pink bottle. Visit vegamour.com/SKINNY and use code SKINNY at checkout to receive 20% off your first order. This episode is brought to you by Wildgrain Wildgrain is the first ever bake-from-frozen subscription box for sourdough breads, fresh pastas, and artisanal pastries. Get $30 off your first box at wildgrain.com/SKINNY This episode is brought to you by LMNT LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink that has everything you need and nothing you don't. It contains a science-backed electrolyte ratio: 1000mg sodium, 200mg potassium, and 60mg magnesium. Get a free sample pack with any purchase at drinkLMNT.com/SKINNY This episode is brought to you by Branch Basics The Branch Basics Premium Starter Kit will provide you with everything you need to replace all of your toxic cleaning products in your home. It's really a no-brainer. Go to branchbasics.com and use code SKINNY for 15% off their starter kit and free shipping. Produced by Dear Media

#647: Sahil Bloom is an inspirational writer and content creator, captivating millions of people every week through his social insights and bi-weekly newsletter, The Curiosity Chronicle. He shares a commitment to arm his followers with the tools, ideas, and frameworks that are battle-tested to help others live a high-performing, healthy, and wealthy life. Today, we sit down with Sahil to discuss all things high performers need in their lives to show up every day as their best selves. We cover everything from finding your identity and escaping the victim mindset to taking action in your relationships and health to remain happy and successful.

To connect with Sahil Bloom click HERE To connect with Lauryn Evarts Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE To subscribe to our YouTube Page click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To Call the Him & Her Hotline call: 1-833-SKINNYS (754-6697) This episode is brought to you by The Skinny Confidential. This episode is brought to you by Tecovas Tecovas are handmade from the most premium leathers. Visit tecovas.com and point your toes west. This episode is brought to you by Heineken 100% taste. 0% alcohol. Click HERE to purchase. Must be 21+ to buy. This episode is brought to you by Hinge Hinge is the dating app designed to be deleted. Download Hinge today & find someone worth deleting the app for. This episode is brought to you by Betterhelp BetterHelp is online therapy that offers video, phone, and even live chat-only therapy sessions. So you don't have to see anyone on camera if you don't want to. It's much more affordable than in-person therapy & you can be matched with a therapist in under 48 hours. Our listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/skinny. This episode is brought to you by Kroma Use code SKINNY at kromawellness.com to get 15% off + free shipping on a 5 day reset This episode is brought to you by Nerdwallet NerdWallet lets you compare top travel credit cards side-by-side to maximize your spending, some even offering 10X points on your spending. Visit nerdwallet.com to learn more. Produced by Dear Media